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Weekend Operating Room Nurse Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Operating Room Nurse PRN

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$34.25 - $46.75/hr

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Operating Room Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Countryside Surgery Center which is ...

Operating Room Nurse

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$33.75 - $46/hr

... Operating Room * Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improvement * On-call is required during ...

Operating Room Nurse

Temple Terrace, FL · On-site

$34 - $46.25/hr

Operating Room Nurse Welcome to Florida Orthopaedic Institute Surgery Center - Temple Terrace, an Ambulatory Surgery Center in Temple Terrace, FL. Established in 2013 by a leading group of physicians ...

Operating Room Nurse

Ocala, FL · On-site

$33.25 - $45.50/hr

... Operating Room * Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improvement * On-call is required during ...

Operating Room Nurse

Ocala, FL · On-site

$33.25 - $45.50/hr

... Operating Room * Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improvement * On-call is required during ...

Operating Room Nurse

Ocala, FL · On-site

$33.25 - $45.50/hr

... Operating Room * Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improvement * On-call is required during ...

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Weekend Operating Room Nurse information

What is a weekend operating room nurse?

Weekend Operating Room Nurses are registered nurses who specialize in providing patient care in the operating room during weekends. They are responsible for assisting surgeons, preparing the operating room, monitoring patients before, during, and after surgical procedures, and ensuring a sterile environment. These nurses work non-traditional hours, often covering shifts on Saturdays and Sundays to support hospitals that offer 24/7 surgical services. Weekend OR nurses must have strong clinical skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a thorough understanding of surgical procedures and protocols.

What are some unique challenges of working as a weekend operating room nurse compared to a weekday OR nurse?

Weekend Operating Room Nurses often handle cases with limited support staff and may need to adapt quickly to unexpected emergencies, as weekend surgeries are typically urgent or emergent rather than elective. This role requires strong collaboration skills, as nurses frequently coordinate closely with on-call surgeons, anesthesiologists, and a smaller perioperative team. Flexibility and the ability to work independently are important, as resources and immediate assistance may be more limited than during weekdays. However, many nurses find the weekend shifts offer a different pace and unique opportunities for professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend operating room nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Operating Room Nurse, you need solid clinical skills in perioperative nursing, surgical procedures, and patient assessment, usually supported by an active RN license and operating room experience. Familiarity with surgical instruments, anesthesia monitoring systems, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential, and certifications such as CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) are often preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are crucial soft skills, especially during high-stress surgical cases. These abilities ensure patient safety, efficient surgical workflow, and effective collaboration with surgical teams during critical weekend shifts.

What is the difference between Weekend Operating Room Nurse vs Weekend Surgical Technologist?

AspectWeekend Operating Room NurseWeekend Surgical Technologist
CredentialsRN license, OR nursing certificationCertified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsOperating rooms, surgical centers
Job RolePatient care, assisting during surgeries, monitoring vital signsPreparing operating rooms, passing instruments, maintaining sterile environment

Weekend Operating Room Nurses and Weekend Surgical Technologists both work in surgical settings, but nurses focus on patient care and monitoring, while technologists handle instrument preparation and sterile procedures. Both roles require specific certifications and are essential for smooth surgical operations during weekend shifts.

What are the most commonly searched types of Operating Room Nurse jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Operating Room Nurse jobs in Florida are:

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Infographic showing various Weekend Operating Room Nurse job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% As Needed, and 90% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Operating Room Nurse PRN

Countryside Surgery Center

Clearwater, FL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Operating Room Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Countryside Surgery Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are seeking an Operating Room Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center who demonstrates the values of our company by caring like family. You will be an amazing addition to our team by contributing your expertise in the circulating or scrub role. You will ensure safe and effective nursing care until your patient is transferred from your care to recovery.

What you will do in this role:

Oversee the instrument and equipment set-up for your OR, including utilization of preference cards and ability to anticipate your surgeons needs

Coordinate and oversee your room during a case as the circulator

You will facilitate effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures

Utilize appropriate body mechanics in moving your patients to stretchers and OR tables to prevent injury

Manage your patients care and medication, including assistance with anesthesia

Consistently review your charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure

Qualifications you will need:

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

PALS is preferred, but may be required at some facilities

CNOR certification preferred

Benefits

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

  • 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 and position. 

Consider a fulfilling and secure career with Surgery Ventures, in partnership with HCA Healthcare. Our team of over 3,400 physicians manages more than 150 surgery centers across 16 states in the United States. As a dedicated unit within HCA Healthcare, we prioritize providing safe, efficient, and premium surgical services. With over 30 years of pioneering experience in the industry, our physician partners offer exceptional outpatient care to over 800,000 patients in communities across our network. We do so with the backing of the clinical, operational, and financial expertise of a Fortune 100 healthcare leader. At Surgery Ventures, we are committed to supporting your career growth and advancement at every stage.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® 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

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Operating Room Nurse PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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