Registered Nurse - OR/Procedure Room- PRN

Company: The Surgery Center of Middle Tennessee
Location: Columbia
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Surgery Center of Middle Tennessee is a freestanding outpatient surgical facility dedicated to a broad range of surgical procedures. Our surgeons specialize in orthopedic, pain management and eye procedures and services. We believe in compassionate medicine, where our focus is on each individual patient. Our experienced surgeons have dedicated themselves to caring for their Middle Tennessee neighbors and surrounding communities. When you walk through the door, you’ll know you’re in good hands. We are currently searching for a PRN OR Circulator/Procedure Room Registered Nurse to work Mondays – Fridays who can work cooperatively with staff and physicians and perform a variety of tasks. Responsible for the knowledge of principles, theories and practices of the nursing process and the ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals and to move or lift patients and equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS and RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total surgical process Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management Supervises and directs patient care in the operating/procedure room Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively Delegates activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability Addresses patient needs specific to the surgical procedure Transports patients to or from the operating/procedure room, as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements Using two patient identifiers, identifies the patient and correct procedure, according to policy and procedures, and communicates with the healthcare team Provides comfort and reassurance to patient Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity Verifies planned procedure(s) with patient and discusses plan of care Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the operating/procedure room according to requirements of patient, physician, and procedure, to include but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning equipment, supplies, and instruments Ensures the appropriate and safe positioning of the patient according to patient needs and planned procedure and monitors throughout procedure Administers medication(s) per order of physician, documents appropriately Monitors patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during procedure Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction, following policy and procedures Documents medical records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and procedures Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure safe continuity of patient care according to policy and procedures Confirms proper aseptic and sterile techniques are used according to accepted standards of practice Monitors and identifies breaks in sterile technique Verifies correct site, ensure all radiologic images are present, as applicable Performs time out prior to start of procedure, inflation of tourniquet, or incision Ensures a correct sponge, needle, sharps, and instrument count (as applicable to the procedure) Performs the surgical preparation Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills, be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, have a current state license to practice as a registered nurse, maintain basic cardiac life support certification and ACLS, and have at least one year of operating experience. If you are interested in working in an environment that provides exceptional patient care, please apply online or send resume to: Rachel Hollis, RN Center Director – Rhollis@; Erinn Roberson, RN Clinical Director- eroberson@ Apply Now! Come Join our Team! We offer Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Plus Work/Life balance by Paid Time Off Must pass a background check and drug screen. We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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