Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,231 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is recruiting a travel nurse RN for an Operating Room position in Aitkin, Minnesota. The position is available immediately for a 13-week duration, 36 hours per week, with a 12-hour shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedure
• Aids 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
• Cleans and restocks 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

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 include ACLS (AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications, or Nursing Certification (CNOR)

Qualifications

Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend. Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment. Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate. Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail.

Skills

• Critical thinking
• Service excellence
• Good interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

• Hightly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you. At Fusion Medical Staffing, we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

About Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing

We connect healthcare travelers to opportunities in the locations they've always dreamed of living. Our recruiters act as your co-pilots to support you in your next step – no matter what, where and when. As a medical traveler, you’ll get to meld your career with personal life experiences, make informed decisions, and the freedom to control your career. Competitive compensation packages and opportunities to learn new skills are among some of the perks being a medical traveler with Fusion Medical Staffing. Not to mention you get to explore new cities, take adventures, meet new people, and create memories that last a lifetime. We are not just a place to find your next opportunity, but where you'll love to work. We've won awards for our ethical business practices, lasting community impact, and commitment to being an incredible place to work.