As used in this chapter, "operating room circulator" means an individual who is:

1. (1) licensed as a registered nurse under IC 25-23 ;
2. (2) educated, trained, and experienced in perioperative nursing, as determined by the health care facility; and
3. (3) responsible for coordinating all nursing care, patient safety needs, and needs of the surgical team in the operating room during a surgical procedure.

As added by P.L.97-2009, SEC.1.