Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Registered Nurse (RN) # Operating Room Location: Boone, North Carolina | Operating Room | Non-Exempt Why You#ll Love Working Here As an Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) at UNC Health Appalachian, you#ll provide specialized surgical nursing care in a highly collaborative perioperative environment.

You#ll play a vital role in ensuring patient safety and supporting successful surgical outcomes while working alongside surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary care teams. This position is ideal for nurses who thrive in fast-paced clinical settings, remain calm under pressure, and are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the operating room.

Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Boone, North Carolina offers exceptional outdoor recreation, vibrant community living, and outstanding quality of life.

Compensation

Starts at $34.00 per hour, based on education, experience, certification, and internal equity. Schedule:#Shifts Vary, Nights Applicable Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; wellness incentives; employee support programs; and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Applicable benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment from new hire orientation. Status: Non-Exempt What You#ll Do as an Operating Room RN Surgical Patient Care Provide direct and indirect patient care that meets the psychosocial, physical, and restorative needs of surgical patients. Deliver specialized nursing care in the operating room under sterile conditions.

Monitor patient condition throughout procedures and communicate changes to surgeons, physicians, and anesthesiologists. Ensure patient safety by maintaining accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and surgical supplies. Clinical Collaboration Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and perioperative staff to support surgical procedures.

Apply evidence-based practice to promote optimal patient outcomes. Maintain accurate documentation and communication with interdisciplinary care teams. Assist in coordinating care throughout the surgical experience. Professional Practice # Safety Follow organizational policies, regulatory standards, and the North Carolina Nurse Practice Act.

Promote a patient-centered environment focused on safety, quality, and service excellence. Respond promptly and effectively to changes in patient condition or emergency situations. Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and accountability in all aspects of care delivery. What We#re Looking For Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Experience Previous experience as a Registered Nurse preferred but not required. Prior healthcare experience in an acute care or clinical setting preferred. One (1) year of experience in a similar role preferred. Required Licensure # Certifications Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of North Carolina.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required at the time of hire. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association required within one (1) year of hire. Knowledge, Skills # Abilities Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, and physicians.

Competence in delivering safe and effective nursing care within licensure and regulatory guidelines. Knowledge of perioperative nursing care and patient safety standards. Ability to work within the chain of command using effective verbal and non-verbal communication. Strong commitment to patient-centered care and service excellence.

Physical # Work Environment Physical Demands Ability to lift, position, push, pull, and/or transfer patients weighing 50+ pounds. Manual dexterity and mobility for clinical procedures. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking during surgical procedures. Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and reaching. Near visual acuity for detailed clinical tasks and surgical procedures.

Working Conditions Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious materials. Exposure to mechanical and electrical equipment and surgical instruments. Exposure to chemicals, specimens, and environmental hazards. Irregular hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency situations. Extended standing and walking during procedures (8+ hours per shift).

Occasional exposure to radiation, including X-ray and related imaging equipment. What Sets Us Apart Career Growth: Structured advancement pathways, tuition reimbursement, specialty certification support, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Impactful Work: Play a critical role in supporting safe surgical procedures and exceptional patient outcomes across a broad range of specialties.

Community # Lifestyle: Boone is ranked among the best small towns in America and offers exceptional outdoor recreation, arts, dining, and mountain living. Inclusive Culture: We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion and provide a supportive workplace where every team member can thrive. Ready to Build Your Nursing Career in a Place Where Compassion Meets Excellence?

Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian as a Registered Nurse (RN) # Operating Room and make a lasting impact on patients, families, and the community we proudly serve. About UNC Health Appalachian It#s official. UNC Health Appalachian earned an #A# Leapfrog Patient Safety Grade. UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, the Seby B.

Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian remains committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply #making life better.# About UNC Health UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses, and more than 500 clinics, along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine.

It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve while supporting the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated and charity care to the citizens of North Carolina.

For more information, visit unchealth.org. Equal Opportunity Employer UNC Health Appalachian is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to maintaining a fair and respectful hiring process. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

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