Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room - Pediatrics

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room - Pediatrics
Job Location: Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Job Duration: 3+ Month contract (Possibilities of Extension)
 
Work Schedule:

• Shift: Days – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• FTE: 0.9 (36 hours per week)
• On-Call Requirement: 1 call shift per week (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: 2 weekend call shifts per 6 weeks (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Holiday Requirement: Must be available to work Labor Day if needed

 
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide high-quality, compassionate care in the Children’s Operating Room (OR), a six-suite unit performing 20–25 surgical cases per day. The RN will deliver population-appropriate perioperative care across multiple specialties including Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Oral Maxillofacial, Burns, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Plastics, Urology, and Dental Surgery. Reporting to the Nurse Manager/Director, the RN will coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the nursing process and contribute to unit goals and continuous quality improvement.
 
Department Overview:

• Department: Children’s OR Client Medical Center
• Features: 6 operating suites, high surgical case volume
• Specialties: Pediatric Neurosurgery, ENT, Ortho, Urology, Dental, Plastic, and General Surgery
• Technology: Utilizes state-of-the-art surgical equipment, supporting continuous learning

 
Essential Job Functions:
Patient Care & Clinical Practice:

• Performs comprehensive assessments and synthesizes data to guide care
• Demonstrates competence in delivering age-appropriate and developmentally suitable care
• Implements and revises individualized care plans based on patient condition
• Participates in bedside testing and documentation of care in accordance with protocols
• Ensures patient safety and confidentiality at all times.
   

Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Communication:

• Engages with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care planning
• Supports patient and family engagement and education
• Promotes physician satisfaction by assisting surgical teams effectively

 
Professional Development & Leadership:

• Participates in unit-based education and training programs
• Contributes to quality improvement and performance goals
• Provides feedback to peers and collaborates with leadership to promote team effectiveness
• Maintains awareness of policies, standards, and regulatory changes

 
Administrative and Compliance Responsibilities:

• Follows all organizational, departmental, and regulatory policies
• Adheres to safety standards and infection control procedures
• Demonstrates consistent attendance, professionalism, and reliability

 
Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Pediatric OR nursing experience – Required
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-specialty surgical environment
• Strong critical thinking, prioritization, and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to adapt care based on cultural, developmental, and psychosocial needs
• Familiarity with hospital documentation systems and communication tools

 
Education:

• Required:
  • Nursing Diploma; OR
  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN/ASN) from an accredited school
• Preferred:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution

 
Experience:

• Required:
  • Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience
• Preferred:
  • Pediatric Operating Room experience highly preferred

 
Licenses, Certifications & Registrations:

• Required:
  • Current RN license (State of North Carolina)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
     

Note: All required credentials must be active prior to start. No grace period permitted for seasonal or contract positions.