Registered Nurse - Operating Room, OR

Why Choose Mayo Clinic’s Operating Room Team?

Advanced Surgical & Operating Room Practice

• Practice as a Perioperative Circulating Nurse supporting complex, high-acuity surgical cases
• Care for patients undergoing advanced surgical procedures
• Work alongside nationally recognized surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary OR teams
• Utilize robotic-assisted surgery, state-of-the-art ORs, and advanced imaging technology
• Gain exposure to a broad range of perioperative and surgery specialties

Training, Growth & Support

• Comprehensive OR training and specialty-focused onboarding provided - prior OR experience not required
• Dedicated preceptorship, mentorship, and ongoing clinical support
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Perioperative care as a Circulating Nurse in the Operating Room (OR)
• Coordinate patient care throughout the perioperative continuum
• Prepare ORs, maintain sterile technique and uphold patient safety standards
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary OR teams
• Support evidence-based practice and quality improvement

Now Hiring Across Multiple Specialties, including but not limited to:

• Neurosurgery
• Orthopedics / Plastics
• General / Colorectal
• General / Urology / Trauma
• Vascular / Thoracic / Bronchoscopy
• Gynecology / Urology

• Pediatrics / Oral / Ophthalmology

For New Graduate Nurses: Please apply through the Nurse Residency Program posting, which is specifically designed to support new graduate RNs. Visit the Nurse Residency webpage for program details including current and upcoming application windows. Within the Nurse Residency application process, you may indicate work units and specialties of interest. If selected to move forward, you will meet with a Nursing Placement Coordinator who will help you explore Mayo Clinic opportunities that are best aligned with your current and future professional goals. Together, we’ll identify a work area that provides an excellent foundation for your nursing career.

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role. 

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).  One year of RN experience required.  

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020, and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020, must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.

Additional Qualifications:

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.

Internal applicants are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

License and Certification (Must obtain prior to start date):

Current RN license by applicable state requirements.  

BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers).

Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Compensation Detail: $42.44 - $65.44. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards for experience, education, and dedication to the organization. When combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential.