Entry Level Operating Room Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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

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 an accredited, or those in the candidacy process, associate, or diploma 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). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is 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:
One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of current LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred.
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 should attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

License or 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 BLS certificates are American Health Associate: 'BLS Provider' or American Red Cross: 'Basic Life Support' or 'CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and health Care Providers.'

Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Graduate of an accredited, or those in the candidacy process, associate, or diploma 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). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is 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:
One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of current LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred.
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 should attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

License or 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 BLS certificates are American Health Associate: 'BLS Provider' or American Red Cross: 'Basic Life Support' or 'CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and health Care Providers.'

Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.