Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,611 per week
About the role
Fusion Medical Staffing is recruiting a travel nurse RN for an Operating Room position in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The position is for 13 weeks, starting August 3, 2026, with 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts.
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.
- Antsents 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.
- Aids 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 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.
Skills
Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills. Ability to read/write in the English language. Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills.
Benefits
- Hospitally 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.
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Start your rewarding career as a Travel Operating Room RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!