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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average weekly pay for operating room new grad rn in Palm Bay, FL is $1,859.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,421.15 and $2,086.54 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an operating room new grad RN?

An Operating Room (OR) New Grad RN is a newly licensed Registered Nurse who has recently graduated from nursing school and is starting their career in the surgical unit of a hospital or medical facility. These nurses assist in surgeries by preparing the operating room, supporting the surgical team, monitoring patients during procedures, and ensuring sterile techniques are followed. As new graduates, they often participate in orientation or residency programs to gain specialized skills needed for perioperative nursing. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and strong communication skills to ensure patient safety and successful surgical outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operating room new grad RN?

To thrive as an Operating Room New Grad RN, you need a solid nursing education, RN licensure, and foundational knowledge of perioperative procedures. Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterile field protocols, and electronic health records is typically required, and completion of perioperative nursing courses or certifications like CNOR is advantageous. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are vital soft skills for ensuring patient safety and collaborating with surgical teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining a sterile environment, preventing errors, and supporting optimal surgical outcomes in a high-pressure setting.

What are common challenges faced by operating room new grad RNs during their first year, and how can they be addressed?

Operating Room New Grad RNs often encounter challenges such as mastering complex surgical procedures, adapting to the fast-paced environment, and communicating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. It's common to feel overwhelmed by the need to quickly learn sterile techniques, instrumentation, and the unique workflow of the OR. To address these challenges, most hospitals provide structured orientation programs, mentorship from experienced nurses, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Proactively seeking feedback, asking questions, and building relationships with team members can also help new grads gain confidence and competence in their role.

What is the difference between Operating Room New Grad Rn vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectOperating Room New Grad RnSurgical Technologist
CredentialsRN license, possibly new graduate certificationCertified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, operating roomsOperating rooms, surgical suites, clinics
Job RoleAssists surgeons, manages patient care, monitors anesthesiaPrepares operating rooms, hands instruments, maintains sterile environment

While both roles work in surgical settings, Operating Room New Grad Rns focus on patient care and assisting during surgeries, requiring RN licensure. Surgical Technologists prepare the surgical environment and support the surgical team, typically holding a CST certification. Both are essential in the operating room but differ in responsibilities and credentials.

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Infographic showing various Operating Room New Grad Rn job openings in Palm Bay, FL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,717 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

CVOR RN (Circulator & Scrub) - Open Heart Surgery

Health First

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life

Re-posted 29 days ago

Health First rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 126 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

380th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Requirements
Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Operating Room | Circulator and Scrub
POSITION SUMMARY:
To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by
demonstrating leadership through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of
patient care according to the standards of professional nursing practice. Nursing care is provided
to the individual patient, based upon cultural, spiritual and age specific needs.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Quality/No Harm:
  • Demonstrates effective medication administration provided to patients as evidenced by
  • Preceptor Observation Tool, Skills Fair Demonstration, and Clinical Practice.
  • Perform a variety of duties in an operating room observing proper techniques to include
  • preparing rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment; open
  • sterile supplies and arrange sterile setups for operations.
  • Creates, maintains, and terminates sterile field for surgical procedures.
  • Properly handles and cares for all instruments and equipment. Checks materials and
  • equipment
  • Anticipates needs of surgeon and surgical assistants in the operating room, passing
  • instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies needed in an operative procedure.
  • Demonstrates appropriate delegation and supervision of patient care activities within the
  • healthcare setting.
  • Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the healthcare team and
  • promotes effective team functioning.
  • Utilizes Health First computer systems with regards to order entry, order inquiry, and
  • patient care documentation.
  • Demonstrates effective and safe clinical practice as evidenced by Skills Fair
  • demonstration, completion of yearly Competency Assessment, and Age Specific
  • Checklist.
  • Coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care based on current evidence based practice.
  • Documents all nursing care, change in condition, response to therapy, treatments,
  • procedures and referrals on patient record to meet standards.
  • Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility.

Stewardship:
  • Accomplishes turnover in a timely manner, specific to facility by assisting the entire team
  • with cleaning and organization of supplies.
  • Prepares and organizes supplies and materials for the special needs of the patient,
  • surgical procedure, and surgeon's preference in a cost effective manner.
  • Demonstrates LEAN thinking as well as generates LEAN ideas.
  • Leads LEAN projects.
  • Demonstrates a clear understanding of surgeon specific preferences.
  • Customer Experience:
  • Provides patient, family, and/or caregiver education as directed by the plan of care.
  • Provides service to patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs,
  • expectations, age, cultural, and individual differences.
  • Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores
  • and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by
  • patients/others.

Work Experience
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
  • Associate Degree, Diploma or Bachelor from an approved/accredited school of nursing
  • (BSN preferred).
  • Current Florida RN licensure.
  • Must hold current American Heart Association BLS HealthCare Provider Completion Card
  • prior to start date and maintain. (ACLS preferred).
  • Must be able to perform CVOR circulator and CVOR scrub roles.
  • Must be able to take rotating call including some weekends.
  • CNOR preferred but not required.
  • Circulator and Scrub experience required

  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks.
  • Must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
  • Must be able to lift, turn, pull, push or ambulate patients/equipment up to 90% of the
  • assigned shift.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 33% of the assigned shift
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop up to 90% of assigned shift
  • Potential for exposure to bio-hazardous waste, and known or unknown disease
  • MENTAL DEMANDS:
  • Must have ability to work in often stressful environment with patients/families at various
  • ages and levels of understanding.
  • Must have ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities.
  • Must have ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities.
  • Must have ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations
  • Must have critical thinking and problem solving skills

Benefits
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

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Health First has been providing quality care to Brevard county residents for over 23 years. Health First delivers healthcare services throughout Brevard County with a network comprised of 4 hospitals with 868 beds, a health plan, and outpatient/wellness services including diagnostics, home health care, sleep centers, fitness facilities, pharmacy, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, aging services, a hospice program, and bone/wellness center.

Industry

Health care and social assistance and medical equipment and supplies manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Rockledge, FL, US

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