Registered Nurse; RN; OCIR; Orthopedic Surgery Center Ivy Road) OR; Operating Room

Orthopedic surgical nurses play a vital role in helping patients regain mobility, independence, and quality of life. This opportunity offers the chance to build specialized expertise in a dedicated orthopedic surgical environment while working alongside an experienced team focused on delivering exceptional outcomes.

As an Operating Room Registered Nurse, you will serve as both a scrub nurse and circulating nurse within a modern orthopedic surgery center dedicated exclusively to musculoskeletal care. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and fellow nurses to deliver safe, efficient, and patient-centered perioperative care. Every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients undergoing procedures designed to restore function and improve quality of life.

• Provide perioperative nursing care for patients undergoing orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Function in both scrub and circulating nurse capacities.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary surgical team to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.
• Support advanced orthopedic procedures, including robotic-assisted surgery.
• Assist with patient assessment, preparation, intraoperative care, and recovery support.
• Deliver care in a high-quality specialty environment focused on efficiency, safety, and patient experience.

• Total Joint Replacement Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Hand Surgery
• Foot Surgery
• Ankle Surgery
• Orthopedic Robotics

This position offers a schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) and outstanding work-life balance with no nights, no call, no weekends and no holidays.

UVA Health is a nationally recognized academic health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, research, and education. Nurses are empowered to practice at the highest level while working in a culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth.

• Dedicated orthopedic-only surgical center allowing nurses to develop deep specialty expertise.
• Exposure to a high volume of orthopedic procedures, including total joints, sports medicine, and robotic surgery.
• Opportunity to build advanced perioperative skills through both scrub and circulating responsibilities.
• Modern surgical environment focused on rapid recovery protocols and excellent patient outcomes.
• Collaborative team culture where every member plays an essential role in patient success.
• Growth opportunities as the facility expands from four active operating rooms toward its planned six-room capacity.
• Onsite parking and a predictable weekday schedule that supports work-life balance.
• Strong opportunities for professional development, cross-training, and career advancement.

Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.

Experience:

1 year of relevant experience.

Licensure:
Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

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