Registered Nurse - Operating Room - West Roxbury
This role as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room at Confidential Client involves delivering specialized perioperative nursing care to veterans. The position requires adherence to professional nursing standards, leadership in patient-centered care, and continuous professional development within a structured grading system based on education and experience. The nurse will manage complex clinical situations, collaborate with healthcare teams, and ensure high-quality, evidence-based care in a physically demanding environment.
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Position overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Registered Nurse (Operating Room) to join their perioperative team in West Roxbury, MA. This is a contract, full-time opportunity with a competitive salary range of $109,127–$196,158 per year. The role supports surgical services and requires current RN licensure and relevant perioperative education/experience.
What You’ll Do
- Provide safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care in the operating room.
- Participate in pre-operative assessment and intra-operative nursing activities.
- Collaborate with surgical teams, anesthesia, and ancillary staff to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow established protocols and infection control standards.
- Support quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and professional development initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (ACEN or CCNE) or equivalent recognized credential.
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN registration/license in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia. (Graduate Nurse Technician exception may apply for temporary appointment.)
- Physical ability to safely perform duties required in an operating room environment.
- English language proficiency sufficient for safe patient care and documentation.
Grade / Experience Guidelines
- Nurse I (Level I–III), Nurse II and Nurse III levels may be considered depending on education and years of professional/specialized experience:
- ADN/diploma with no additional experience — entry-level Nurse I, Level I
- ADN/diploma + 1 year specialized OR BSN — Nurse I, Level II
- ADN/diploma + 2 years (with required progression) OR BSN + experience OR MSN — Nurse I, Level III / Nurse II
- Advanced degrees (MSN/Doctoral) and supervisory or specialized experience may qualify for Nurse II/III level placement
- Exact grade/level will be determined per qualification standards and dimensions of practice.
Required / Preferred Credentials
- Required: Current RN license (state).
- Preferred: BSN, perioperative nursing certification (CNOR) or related advanced training.
- International graduates: Degree equivalency and valid U.S. RN registration required (e.g., evaluation by a recognized equivalency service where applicable).
Compensation & Employment Type
- Pay range: $109,127 — $196,158 per year (confidential client; reported by source).
- Employment type: Contract, Full time.
- Pay and final offer will reflect experience, grade level, and applicable state and federal rules.
Location & Work Conditions
- Worksite: On-site in West Roxbury, MA.
- This role requires the ability to perform clinically and physically in a surgical environment (standing, lifting, use of PPE).
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Reasonable Accommodations & EEO
Careertakes and our client provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please indicate this when contacted.
Note about Hiring & Data Use
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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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