RN Circulator FT (Days + On Call)

RN Circulator – Days + On-Call

Location: Russellville Hospital

The Staff Pad has partnered with Russellville Hospital to find a skilled and compassionate Operating Room Circulator RN to join their Surgical Services team . This role offers a Day Shift schedule with on-call rotation , providing the opportunity to deliver exceptional perioperative care while supporting a collaborative surgical environment.

About the Role

As an RN Circulator , you will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality nursing care throughout all phases of surgery—from pre-op to post-op. You’ll ensure proper aseptic technique, maintain surgical equipment and instruments, and serve as a key advocate for patient safety, comfort, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care to patients of all ages.

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.

• Maintain and monitor sterile fields, instruments, and surgical supplies.

• Assist anesthesia and surgical teams before, during, and after procedures.

• Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts in accordance with AORN standards.

• Handle and label surgical specimens accurately.

• Support surgeon preferences and maintain up-to-date preference cards.

• Serve as a resource and mentor for new staff and nursing students.

• Adhere to all infection control and patient safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current RN license with the Alabama Board of Nursing (or compact equivalent).

• Certifications: BLS required ; must complete hospital-based ACLS and PALS .

• Experience: Minimum 3 months of nursing experience preferred; OR experience strongly preferred .

• Skills: Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical thinking abilities.

Why Join Russellville Hospital?

• Work in a collaborative, patient-focused surgical services department.

• Enjoy opportunities for ongoing professional growth and training .

• Be part of a community hospital that values quality, compassion, and teamwork.