Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,091 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for a 13‑week travel assignment in Lynchburg, VA. The role involves providing comprehensive perioperative patient care, preparing the OR, managing equipment, and collaborating with the surgical team to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedure
• Assists in positioning and preparing patients for surgery, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort and safety according to procedural requirements
• Maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures and adheres to infection control protocols and sterile technique
• Anticipates the needs of the surgical team, providing instruments, supplies, and support promptly to maintain efficient workflow
• Monitors the patient's condition during surgery, documenting significant changes and notifying the surgeon
• Handles surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their proper use, sterilization, and disposal according to facility protocols
• Manages specimen collection, labeling, and transport according to facility protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic results
• Documents all aspects of patient care in the perioperative setting accurately and thoroughly
• Participates in patient handoff communication during pre‑ and post‑operative phases, ensuring continuity of care
• Assists in cleaning and restocking the operating room between cases, adhering to infection control and turnover protocols
• Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and standards
• Follows hospital safety rules and procedures, including proper use of PPE and infection prevention measures
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Requirements

One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RN; valid RN license in compliance with state regulations; current BLS certification (AHA/ARC).

Preferred qualifications: ACLS (AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications OR Nursing Certification (CNOR); other certifications and licenses may be required for this position.

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills