Operating Room RN

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking Operating Room Registered Nurses (OR RNs) for a top healthcare client in Kansas City, KS.These positions play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered perioperative care. OR RNs will manage preoperative preparation, intraoperative monitoring, and postoperative safety across a variety of surgical specialties. Ideal candidates are experienced in both scrubbing and circulating roles, demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients before surgery and provide preoperative education to patients and families.
• Prepare patients for procedures, including IV therapy, medication administration, and site verification.
• Participate in surgical site verification processes — briefing, time-out, debriefing, and documentation.
• Assist in surgical procedures as a scrub and circulating nurse, ensuring adherence to aseptic technique.
• Monitor and document patient status throughout procedures and recovery phases.
• Respond promptly to patient emergencies and critical changes in condition.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Promote safety, efficiency, and patient advocacy through continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Diploma, ADN, or BSN) required

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of recent OR RN experience (scrub and circulating required)

Certifications/Licenses

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire

Skills or Competencies

• Strong technical and critical thinking abilities in surgical environments
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• High level of organization and adaptability in dynamic OR settings

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.