Job title: Registered nurse (Rn) – or circulator (Asc)
Location
- Towson,
- MD
- Employment
- Type: Part Time | No Nights, Weekends, or Major Holidays
Position Summary
We are seeking a patient-focused and highly organized Registered Nurse (RN) – OR Circulator to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). In this role, you will provide safe, efficient, and high-quality care to patients undergoing same-day surgical procedures. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced outpatient setting and values teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient experiences.
- Key responsibilities
- Serve as the primary patient advocate throughout the surgical experience
- Perform preoperative assessments, verify patient identity, consent, and surgical site
- Coordinate patient flow and ensure on-time case starts in a high-efficiency ASC setting
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists
- Maintain a sterile and compliant operating room environment
- Monitor patients intraoperatively and respond to changes in condition
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the EMR
- Oversee equipment, supplies, and room turnover to support efficient case flow
- Provide postoperative handoff communication to PACU staff
- Promote a positive patient experience in a same-day surgery environment
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license (Maryland)
- BLS / ACLS / PALS required
- Minimum of 1 year of operating room experience (circulating experience required)
- Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and perioperative standards
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior ASC or outpatient surgery experience
- CNOR certification or willingness to obtain
- Experience in high-volume, fast-paced surgical environments
- Work schedule & environment
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Day shifts only (4 - 10 hour shifts)
- No overnight shifts
- No call requirements
- Closed on major holidays
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- 401(k) with company match
- Predictable schedule supporting work-life balance
