Registered Nurse – Surgical Circulator

Registered Nurse – Surgical Circulator (OR RN)

Jefferson Healthcare
Port Townsend
$41.00 – $75.00 per hour
Full Time | Day Shift | Call Required

This is about being the steady presence in the moments that matter most.

At Jefferson Healthcare
, surgical nurses are not just part of the process. They are advocates, leaders, and trusted teammates inside the operating room.

You will be there from the beginning of a patient's surgical journey through recovery, helping ensure every step is safe, coordinated, and compassionate.

In a rural hospital, that role carries even more meaning.

Jefferson Healthcare is a nationally recognized Critical Access Hospital located in the coastal community of Port Townsend.

Known for its strong culture and commitment to patient-centered care, Jefferson provides a full range of services while maintaining the feel of a close-knit, collaborative team.

Surgical Services here include:

• Pre-Op Clinic
• Surgical Short Stay Unit
• 3 OR Suites and Endoscopy
• PACU and Sterile Processing

The team performs a wide range of procedures including orthopedic, general surgery, OB/GYN, urology, and endoscopy.

This is a place where quality, teamwork, and patient experience truly come first.

Port Townsend is one of Washington's most unique coastal towns, known for its historic charm, waterfront views, and vibrant arts community.

Here, you will find:

• Walkable downtown streets and local shops
• Access to hiking, boating, and outdoor recreation
• A strong sense of community and slower pace of life

It is a place where people come for the scenery and stay for the lifestyle.

In the OR, every detail matters.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as the circulating nurse and patient advocate
• Coordinate care throughout surgical procedures
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and the surgical team
• Support patient safety, comfort, and outcomes from start to finish

Your role helps ensure that every patient receives the highest level of care during critical moments.

• Full time position with day shifts
• 8 hour shifts with on-call responsibilities
• 20 minute response time required for call
• Work in a highly collaborative surgical team environment
• Opportunity to grow skills across multiple surgical specialties

• Active Washington State RN license
• Current BLS certification
• ACLS (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Surgical circulating experience preferred
• Experience in PACU, Med Surg, ICU, or ED welcomed
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• $41.43 – $75.65 per hour depending on experience
• Sign on bonus and relocation support available
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer retirement contribution
• Paid time off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible
• Supportive, inclusive work environment