Operating Room Registered Nurse
Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.
At a Glance
Operating Room Registered Nurse earns an average of $69,531/yr. Typical education: Associate degree. Experience: 1.9–2.1 years. Top skills: Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room (OR), Nursing.
$69,531/yr
Associate degree
1.9–2.1 years
66
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Registered Nurses
Median Wage
$93,600/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Operating Room (OR)
Nursing
Nursing Care
Surgery
Pediatrics
Perioperative Nursing
Acute Care
Perioperative Care
Outpatient Surgery
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Clinical Experience
Care Coordination
Trauma Care
Home Health Care
Nursing Process
Managed Care
Medical Management
Discharge Planning
Common Skills (7)
Planning
Problem Solving
Communication
Leadership
Management
Analytical Skills
Certifications (5)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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