Surgery Center RN - OR Circulator; Per-Diem

Overview

Surgery Center RN - OR Circulator (Per-Diem). The successful candidate will facilitate patient flow and throughput while maintaining high-quality care in line with national nursing standards, legal requirements and Surgery Center policies and procedures. Duties cover operating room, pre-operative, and post-operative care including both Phase I and Phase II recovery.

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and more. For details, view the Employee Benefits Guide.

Billings Clinic is proud to be Magnet-designated, recognizing nursing excellence. The designation is renewed every four years.

All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. Details are available through the candidate portal.

Location: Surgery Center (Billings Clinic Surgery Center)

Shift: Varies

Employment Status: Per Diem

Hours per Pay Period: 0.01 = per diem (as needed) (Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage DOE: $37.11 - $46.39

• Directs all nursing activities relating to procedures; assesses patient needs and provides care before, during and after surgery; maintains complete and accurate records; communicates with the health care team to ensure quality care throughout the patient’s experience.
• Educates patients during all phases of care; ensures informed consent is completed prior to sedation.
• Prepares procedure records; reconciles medication history; reviews diagnostic tests and laboratory results to identify contraindications.
• Maintains equipment and supplies; operates and troubleshoots equipment; manages inventory; assists with cleaning and restocking of operating rooms; participates in crash cart maintenance and defibrillator checks.
• Provides oversight and direction to other Surgical Center personnel; participates in orientation and staff development; pursues ongoing professional growth and mandatory trainings.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards; maintains patient safety standards; identifies and mitigates safety risks in the Surgery Center.
• Incorporates Magnetism principles to enhance nursing care quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet Center needs (including Pre-Op/Post-Op/PAT Lab).
• Administers drugs and IV procedures safely; initiates orders and follows anesthesia protocol; maintains ACLS.
• Labels specimens and prepares them for the laboratory; participates in operating room setup and turnover; assists with sterile technique and instrument handling.
• Assists in patient transfer to and from the operating room and recovery; supports transport and recovery workflows.

• Experience:
  
  One (1) year of operating room experience is desired; critical care experience preferred for PACU Phase I.
• Education:
  
  Associate (or Diploma) RN; those with less than 5 years of RN experience must commit to completing a Bachelor of Nursing degree within 4 years of hire date.
• Certifications and Licenses:
  Current Montana RN license.

Billings Clinic is Montana’s largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. It is an inclusive employer committed to fair and equitable treatment for all employees and job applicants. If accommodations are needed during the recruitment process, please request them.

Human Resources is located at the corner of North 29th and 8th Avenue North. Enter through the main entrance and go to the lower level for assistance.