Circulating Nurse

SAN DIEGO OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CENTER

Circulating Nurse

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Dental insurance

    Profit sharing

    Vision insurance

    About the Role:

    San Diego Outpatient Surgical Center is looking for a skilled and compassionate Circulating Nurse to join our dynamic surgical team in beautiful San Diego, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced outpatient surgical environment. If you thrive in the OR and are passionate about patient advocacy, we want to hear from you!

    Responsibilities:

    Manage the overall nursing care and safety of patients throughout the perioperative process

    Coordinate and communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and scrub technicians to ensure smooth surgical workflow

    Perform pre-operative patient assessments, including reviewing medical history and obtaining informed consent

    Maintain accurate intraoperative documentation and surgical counts in compliance with facility protocols

    Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and manage instrument, supply, and equipment availability

    Monitor and maintain a sterile field environment throughout all surgical procedures

    Provide post-operative handoff reports and ensure continuity of patient care to PACU staff

    Requirements:

    Active RN license in the state of California (required)

    Minimum 1-2 years of circulating nurse or perioperative nursing experience preferred

    BLS and ACLS certifications required; CNOR certification a plus

    Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, and OR protocols

    Excellent communication, critical thinking, and time management skills

    Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented surgical environment

    Experience with outpatient or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) settings preferred

    About Us:

    San Diego Outpatient Surgical Center is a premier ambulatory surgery center dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care to patients across the San Diego community. Our patients trust us for our commitment to safety, efficiency, and a personalized care experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Our staff love working here because of our collaborative culture, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day.