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How much do operating room nursing assistant jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average weekly pay for operating room nursing assistant in Florida is $1,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,242.31 and $1,825.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an operating room nursing assistant?

Operating Room Nursing Assistants, also known as OR nursing assistants or surgical nursing assistants, are healthcare professionals who support nurses and surgeons in the operating room. Their duties include preparing the operating room, transporting patients, maintaining a sterile environment, and assisting with surgical equipment. They play a vital role in ensuring that surgeries run smoothly and safely by handling essential tasks before, during, and after procedures. These assistants must have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a good understanding of surgical protocols.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an operating room nursing assistant?

To thrive as an Operating Room Nursing Assistant, you need a solid background in basic patient care, knowledge of surgical procedures, and completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) program or similar healthcare training. Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterilization techniques, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital to ensure patient safety, maintain a sterile environment, and support surgical teams efficiently during procedures.

What challenges do operating room nursing assistants face, and how can they be managed?

Operating Room Nursing Assistants often encounter fast-paced and high-pressure situations, particularly during emergency surgeries or when supporting multiple procedures in a day. Balancing the need for precision in preparing surgical instruments and maintaining a sterile environment can be demanding. Effective communication with surgeons, nurses, and other team members is essential to anticipate needs and ensure patient safety. Time management and staying organized are key skills that help manage these challenges and contribute to a smooth workflow in the operating room.

What is the difference between Operating Room Nursing Assistant vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectOperating Room Nursing AssistantSurgical Technologist
CredentialsHigh school diploma, CPR certificationPost-secondary certificate or associate degree, CPR certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, assisting nurses and surgeonsOperating rooms, assisting surgeons and nurses during procedures
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, outpatient surgical centers

While both roles support surgical teams, Operating Room Nursing Assistants primarily assist nurses and surgeons with patient care and basic tasks, whereas Surgical Technologists focus on preparing surgical instruments and assisting during procedures. Both roles require certifications and work in similar healthcare environments, but their specific responsibilities differ.

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Infographic showing various Operating Room Nursing Assistant job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $84,604 per year, or $40.7 per hour.

Operating Room Nursing Manager

Brandon Surgery Center

Brandon, FL โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

This position is incentive eligible.

Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? At Brandon Surgery Center, youโ€™ll find clear pathways to advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certification support, and educational assistance, you will have all the resources you need to build the career of a lifetime.  

Job Summary and Qualifications

Seeking a registered Operating Room Clinical Manager in our ambulatory surgery center who provides clinical management and expertise over operating room nurses, surgical technicians and central sterile processing staff to ensure patients receive high quality, efficient care.โ€ฏ As a clinical manager, you will have the opportunity for future growth and upward mobility within the organization. 


What youโ€™ll do:  


  • You will manage and supervise all surgical areas of care 
  • Establish and maintain an effective and supportive working relationship with your Administrator 
  • You will ensure that the day-to-day operations are conducted in accordance with clinical practice standards and policies of the center 
  • Ensure sufficient staffing daily by notifying your team of scheduling changes  
  • You will participate in the monitoring and evaluation of nursing care provided 
  • Accessible to your staff by providing breaks, ensuring coverage for meal breaks, late cases and staffing shortages 
  • Monitor your clinical area to ensure materials are provided for upcoming cases 
  • You will facilitate effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures 
  • You will delegate, coach, mentor and handle conflict resolution with your team 
  • Ability to build trust and gain the respect of your team through effective leadership  

What you should have for this role: 


  •  Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing 
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center 
  • Active RN license as required by state of employment or appropriate compact licensure 
  • Valid BCLS Certification upon employment ***online certification not acceptable 
  • ACLS as required by facility 
  • CNOR certification preferred 

Benefits

Brandon Surgery Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Brandon Surgery Center is located in Brandon, Florida, one of the fastest growing communities in the Tampa Bay Area, near I-75 and I-4. Our center is a top revenue producing facility for Surgery Ventures Group powered by HCA. Established in 1990, a new facility was built in 2020: a 33,500 sq. ft facility contains 8 ORโ€™s and 6 Procedure Rooms, performing over 1800 cases per month. Services include the following specialties: Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic, ENT, Plastics, Podiatry, Pain Management and Urology procedures.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursingโ€™s future."

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcaret

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Operating Room Nursing Manager opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.