RN, Doernbecher Operating Room

The department operates Monday through Friday for scheduled, urgent, and emergent procedures. The unit is staffed 24/7. Additionally, there are 3 dedicated on-call teams to provide after-hours surgical coverage seven days a week, ensuring access to critical surgical interventions for pediatric patients across the region.
As part of a leading academic medical center, Doernbecher’s Operating Room supports ongoing education, clinical research, and quality improvement initiatives. The team is committed to fostering a learning environment while delivering high-quality, family-centered care.
Department Specific Working Conditions:
• Requires ability to push patients in stretchers around corners and through hallways throughout the shift.
• Requires the ability to work in a dark or dimly lit procedure room for extended periods.
• Requires weekend, holiday, and after-hours call; must be able to report to work within 45 minutes of being called.
• Must be able to stand for up to 4 continuous hours and tolerate walking or moving throughout the entire shift.
• Must be able to wear up to 20 pounds of lead protective equipment for procedures lasting up to 4 hours.
• Must be able to assist with moving and turning sedated patients using safe patient handling equipment.

• Must be able to apply and maintain manual pressure to femoral arterial and venous access sites as needed.
• May be required to float to other perioperative/procedural areas within OHSU based on department needs.
• Requires standing and walking on hard surfaces (concrete, vinyl, carpet) up to 12 hours per day, intermittently.
• Requires sitting on a chair or stool, intermittently, for up to 12 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds and push/pull up to 400 pounds
intermittently during the shift.
• Requires bending, reaching, twisting, and overhead movement throughout the day.
• Must be able to safely use all patient care equipment in the Hybrid OR setting.
• Requires ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, tasks, and urgent clinical needs in a dynamic environment.
• May be exposed to excessive auditory and visual stimuli, such as alarms, monitors, and low-light settings.
• May be exposed to body fluids, tissues, and infectious materials.
• Requires periods of computer use for documentation and coordination of care.
• Must practice within the scope of Oregon nursing law and in alignment with AORN standards and recommended practices.
• Expected to integrate and demonstrate OHSU Core Competencies in all aspects of clinical practice: Accountability, Collaboration, Communication, Diversity, Integrity, Respect, Service Orientation, and Teamwork.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Pediatric operating room, Pediatric critical care, Pediatric PACU, Pediatric emergency department, or pediatric procedural area setting.
• PALS certification required within 1 month of hire.
• Experience managing patients during sedation procedures within the past year.
• Proficient IV insertion and management skills.
• BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
• ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
• Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• BLS must not expire during orientation
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills, including active listening, respectful engagement with diverse patient populations, and effective conflict resolution.
• Provides both direct and indirect professional nursing care.
• Uses the nursing process effectively, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Maintains composure and sound clinical judgment in high-stress and emergent situations.
• Practices in accordance with Oregon nursing law and adheres to standards and recommended practices.
• Serves as a role model in supporting and promoting OHSU’s vision and mission
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

• Knowledge/experience with radiation safety, fluoroscopy
• Knowledge/experience related to anesthesia recovery.
• Knowledge/experience related to TEE/Cardioversion procedures.
• Prior experience in pediatric pre and post cardiac cath care
• Pediatric cardiac OR experience