OR RN Job at ANDREWS INSTITUTE ASC LLC in Gulf Breeze

Andrews ASC is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our perioperative OR team. This position plays a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care throughout the surgical process. This position is responsible for managing individualized, goal-directed nursing care in accordance with departmental policies, state regulations, AAAHC standards, and facility protocols. The OR RN maintains clinical competency in perioperative nursing, supports a collaborative surgical team environment, and ensures the efficient use of supplies and equipment. This role operates under the general supervision of the OR Manager and OR Charge Nurse, contributing to excellence in surgical services across all phases of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain strict aseptic technique and ensure sterile field integrity

• Assist with surgical setup, including equipment assembly and sterile pack preparation

• Position patients, prep operative sites, and verify procedure details with the surgical team

• Support anesthesia team with intubation/extubation and patient monitoring

• Conduct surgical counts and document care per policy

• Handle specimens appropriately and dispose of sharps/supplies safely

• Advocate for patient rights and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

• Administer and label medications and fluids accurately

• Monitor infection control practices and maintain a surgically clean environment

• Perform pre-op assessments, develop nursing care plans, and evaluate post-op outcomes

• Participate in cross-training and committee involvement

• Analyze clinical documentation for compliance with facility policies

• Serve as liaison among patients, families, and medical staff

• Respond to emails and communications in a timely manner

• Promote a positive and professional work culture

• Apply cost-effective practices and monitor equipment care

• Assist in evaluating supply needs and physician preferences

• Maintain inventory levels and rotate sterile supplies appropriately

• Associate Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred)

• Active RN license in the state of Florida

• Current BLS and CPR certifications

• Strong ethical character and professional communication skills

• Proficiency in written, verbal, and electronic communication in English

• Experience in ambulatory surgery or operating room settings

• At least 2 years of operating room experience

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance with FREE Teladoc services
• Dental, Vision, & Supplemental Insurance
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off

Location: Andrews Ambulatory Surgery Center – Gulf Breeze, FL

Department: Operating Room

Reports To: Operating Room Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

**ANDREWS IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE**

The Andrews Institute ASC (AIASC) is committed to promoting health, wellness, and disease prevention and to providing a safe, clean and healthy environment to Workforce Members, patients, and visitors. The use of tobacco and tobacco products is a known and established hazard to the health and well-being of tobacco users and can also directly impact nonusers. In addition, the use of tobacco and tobacco products has been shown to decrease employee productivity and efficiency and increase absenteeism. In recognition of these factors, the Andrews Institute ASC will no longer hire tobacco users.