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Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Advocate Health · Green Bay, WI

Posted Sep 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Walk me through a time you were circulating or scrubbed in on a case that went sideways fast, like an unexpected bleed or an equipment failure. What did you do first?

how the candidate reacts under acute pressure and prioritizes patient safety over process

Describe a time you had to speak up to a surgeon about something you thought was unsafe, like a break in sterile technique or a site marking issue.

comfort exercising stop-the-line authority with physicians despite hierarchy

Tell me about a time you cared for a patient at either end of the age spectrum, a neonate or a frail geriatric patient, in the perioperative setting. What did you adjust?

ability to handle the wide population range from neonates to geriatric patients this OR serves

How do you keep yourself current on new instrumentation or procedures for specialties you don't scrub as often, like cardiothoracic or plastics?

self-directed learning habits needed to stay competent across nine listed specialties

Describe a time you gave feedback about a process on your unit, whether it was about scheduling, supplies, or workflow, and what came of it.

fit with the stated culture of valuing nurse voice and willingness to engage rather than just comply

Technical

How do you run a surgical count, and what do you do if the count doesn't reconcile at the end of a case?

knowledge of AORN standards and willingness to hold up a case despite time pressure

Tell me about the specialties you've circulated or scrubbed for, whether that's ortho, ENT, robotics, neuro, or general surgery. Which ones are you strongest in and where would you need ramp-up time?

actual breadth of OR experience against the range of specialties this unit covers

How do you set up and manage instrumentation for robotic cases, and what's your experience level with robotic platforms specifically?

whether they can support the robotics specialty listed without heavy training investment

What's your approach to a preoperative time-out, and have you ever had to stop one because something didn't line up?

consistency in following safety protocols rather than treating them as routine box-checking

Situational

You're on call and get paged for an emergent case with a 30 minute response window. Walk me through what you do from the moment your phone rings to walking into the OR.

understanding of call expectations and personal reliability under the response-time requirement

If you're scrubbed into a case and notice the anesthesia tech or EVS team is behind on turnover for the next room, how do you handle that without dropping your own responsibilities?

teamwork across the OR ecosystem and ability to manage competing demands without losing focus on the patient in front of them

Tell me about a shift where multiple rooms needed you at once, or you had a case running long while another was starting. How did you decide where to be?

prioritization skill in a 19-room OR environment with overlapping demands

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 37703 BayCare Leased Employees - Surgery Room Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • Four 9-hour shifts per week 2:30PM -11:PM (8 hr shifts) or 1:30PM -11:00PM (9 hr shifts) available • Monday through Friday with one day off each week (day off may vary each week) • Call rotation with a 30 minute response time. (Call based on assigned specialty) Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room 2845 Greenbrier Road, Green Bay, WI 54311 Where You Will Work: The Operating Room provides services to a variety of patient populations from neonates to geriatric, ambulatory to ICU status. We have a total of 19 OR rooms in different sections of the hospital. Our unit is staffed with registered nurses and surgical techs, but we also work very closely with OR EVS and anesthesia techs. We work as a team with ABMC physicians who represent a vast array of specialties as part of a collaborative effort to provide the best possible care to our patients. We support a broad range of surgical and procedural specialties, including: • Neurological • ENT • Plastics • Orthopedics • General Surgery • Ophthalmology • Robotics • Urology • Cardiothoracic We’re Looking For: • Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing • Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association What You’ll Do: • As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. • Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a full-service tertiary care hospital; part of a joint venture of Aurora Health Care and BayCare Clinic. A nationally recognized health care provider, we are committed to providing high-quality health care using the latest in medical technology to help all people live fully. The hospital is nationally ranked for adult specialties, and our maternity care has earned national recognition. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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