Operating Room Registered Nurse

Denver, CO

Full Time

Entry Level

Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room

Location: Denver, CO
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Days | Rotating Weekends | On-Call Required
Pay Range: $36.50 – $55.25/hour (based on experience)
On-Call Differential: $4.00/hour
Sign-On Bonus: $25,000
Relocation Assistance: $5,000 (for candidates relocating 75+ miles)

Overview

A Level IV trauma, high-acuity acute care hospital in the Denver area is seeking an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join a large, advanced Surgical Services department. This role supports complex adult and pediatric surgical cases in a fast-paced, tertiary/quaternary environment with direct ICU access from the OR.

This opportunity is ideal for perioperative RNs with strong circulating experience who thrive in technologically advanced operating rooms and value teamwork, clinical excellence, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive preoperative patient assessments and preparation.
Circulate surgical cases and ensure adherence to universal protocols, time-outs, and surgical site verification.
Administer IV therapy, preoperative medications, and intraoperative nursing interventions.
Monitor patient condition throughout procedures and respond to emergencies as needed.
Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and nursing staff.
Provide patient and family education related to surgical procedures and postoperative expectations.
Document patient care accurately and in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
Contribute to evidence-based practice, quality improvement initiatives, and a culture of safety.

Schedule & Call Requirements

Shift Options: 10- or 12-hour shifts
- 6:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
On-Call: Approximately 10–12 call shifts per 8-week period (mix of weekdays and weekends)
On-Call Radius: Must reside within 30 minutes of the facility

Clinical Environment

Level IV Trauma designation
18 Operating Rooms, including hybrid suites and integrated spine/navigation rooms
Advanced surgical technology, including robotics and complex imaging
ICU directly attached to the OR

Service Lines Include:
Complex Spine, Joint Revision, Limb Preservation, Orthopedic Oncology, Transplant (Liver & Kidney), Neuro, Trauma, High-Risk OB, Vascular, ENT, GYN, Plastics, General Surgery, Dedicated Spine and Transplant Services

Qualifications

Required

Active Colorado RN license or compact RN license eligible to practice in Colorado
Minimum 1 year of recent perioperative (OR) RN experience
Circulating experience required
BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)
Completion of an accredited nursing program

Preferred

BSN
Surgery Center experience
CNOR certification
ACLS and PALS (within 6 months of hire)

Candidates should clearly document perioperative training, OR orientation, and circulating experience on their resume.

Compensation & Benefits

Highly competitive hourly pay with on-call differential
$25,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid time off and holiday benefits
Tuition assistance and professional development support

Ideal For

Experienced OR RNs seeking a high-acuity surgical environment, advanced technology, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and significant financial incentives in a major metropolitan market.

Keywords

Operating Room RN, OR Nurse, Perioperative RN, Circulating Nurse, Surgical Services RN, Trauma OR Nurse
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