Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,595 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for a 14-week travel assignment in Wyoming, Minnesota. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on patients' lives while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and dedicated clinical support.

About the Role

The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care throughout the perioperative process, ensuring safety and comfort during surgical procedures. This role involves preparing the operating room, managing surgical equipment, and collaborating with the surgical team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic surgical environment.

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).

Skills

• Critical Thinking & Communication: Strong critical thinking, service excellence, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Language & Technical Proficiency: Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; proficiency in PC skills.
• Physical Abilities: Must be able to remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively with a variety of personnel to maintain a positive attitude and professionalism.
• Technical/Motor Skills: Ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures or using equipment.
• Mental Requirements: Ability to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision occasionally, and contend with irregular schedules and continuous concentration to detail.
• Sensory: Must possess visual acuity and effective communication abilities.

Schedule

• Duration: 14 weeks.
• 40 hours per week.
• Shift: 8 hours, days.
• Employment Type: Travel.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
• Life and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive Refer-a-Friend Bonus Program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

About Fusion Medical Staffing

Fusion Medical Staffing connects healthcare travelers to opportunities in locations they've dreamed of living. Recruiters act as co-pilots to support your next step, offering day-one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships, exclusive discounts, and more. The company emphasizes a traveler-first mentality, ensuring you're in charge of your destiny with the tools needed to succeed. Competitive compensation packages and opportunities to learn new skills are among the perks of being a medical traveler with Fusion.