Operating Room Registered Nurse

Join the KCOA Team at Our New Ambulatory Surgery Center – Center for Advanced Orthopedics in Lenexa!

Kanas City Orthopedic Alliance is excited to announce the opening of our new Ambulatory Surgery Center – Center for Advanced Orthopedics located in Lenexa. We are seeking talented, dedicated professionals to join us as we build a team committed to excellence.

This new facility represents an exciting opportunity to be part of something from the ground up. Team members will play a key role in shaping the culture, delivering exceptional service, and helping us provide outstanding care and support to our patients and community.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility

Collaborate with an experienced and supportive team

Help establish processes and best practices from day one Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Competitive compensation and benefits

We are seeking individuals who:

Demonstrate professionalism and integrity

Thrive in a collaborative environment

Are committed to exceptional patient and customer experiences

Bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a positive attitude

We are seeking an experienced OR Registered Nurse to provide direct, high-quality perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing orthopedic surgical procedures, including total joint replacement, sports medicine, spine, foot/ankle and hand/upper extremity cases. The OR RN functions as a circulator, ensuring patient safety, infection control, and efficient case flow in a fast-paced ASC environment, and shares responsibility for turning over the OR and cleaning between cases.

This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities Circulate for orthopedic surgical cases (total joints, arthroscopy, spine, foot/ankle, hand/wrist, etc.)Perform pre-operative patient assessment, verification, and site marking confirmation per protocol

Maintain sterile technique and a safe, organized OR environment

Manage surgical positioning, including specialty positioning for joint procedures

Anticipate surgeon needs and coordinate with scrub tech and surgical team Accurately document intraoperative care, implants, and supplies used (including implant log/tracking for joint replacements)
Manage specimen handling and labeling

Monitor patient status and hemodynamics throughout the procedure

Coordinate with PACU for smooth patient handoff using SBARParticipate in surgical counts (sponge, sharps, instrument) per policy

Ensure proper handling and turnover of orthopedic equipment (power tools, C-arm, tourniquets, traction devices)
Perform or oversee OR turnover between cases, including terminal cleaning of surfaces, equipment, and the surgical suite to meet infection control and case-time standards

Maintain compliance with AORN/TJC/state ASC accreditation and infection control standards

Experience/Education/Licensing.

Minimum 2 years OR nursing experience required; orthopedic/ASC experience strongly preferred

Experience with total joint replacement instrumentation and implants a plus Current Kansas RN license (or compact license)
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in NursingBLS required; ACLS preferredCNOR certification preferred

Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods, lift/position patients (up to 50 lbs. with assistance), and work in a fast-paced surgical environment, including room turnover and cleaning duties between cases.

We provide a robust benefits package, including:

Rich PTO Accruals6 company paid holidays

Full benefits package including medical, dental and vision
401(k) with a company match

Employer paid life insurance and long term disability

Many other voluntary benefits available