Registered Nurse Operating Room

Description Job Title: Registered Nurse - Operating Room Department: Surgical Services - Operating Room Location: Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Schedule: Day/Evening/Night, On-Call Requirements SUMMARY: As a Registered Nurse (RN), you're the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors - going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion. Join a dynamic, high-performing surgical team at Rochester General Hospital, where you'll play an essential role in delivering life-changing care. Our Operating Room supports a wide range of adult and pediatric procedures across specialties such as General Surgery, Robotics, Vascular, Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, and more. Every day offers the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to an environment where teamwork, innovation, and excellence in patient care are at the forefront. As an OR Nurse, you will be a trusted advocate for patients throughout their surgical journey, ensuring safety, precision, and compassion at every step. You'll collaborate with expert surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists while working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment that values your skills and supports your professional development. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient). Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family. Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals. Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation. Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately. Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States. Compliance Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year. Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing Registered Nurse license in New York State. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. At least 6 months RN experience preferred. EDUCATION: AS: Nursing (Required) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA) RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions PAY RANGE: $39.75 - 52.9