Travel OR Circulator RN - $2,661 per week
TotalMed · Morrisville, VT · 3 wk ago
On-siteInternship
About the role
We're looking for Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Morrisville, VT. The right RN should have 1‑2 years recent acute care experience as a circulating nurse, and/or scrub nurse, and potentially RN first assistant. Assignment starts November 2, 2026, lasts 13 weeks, with 40 hours per week on 10‑hour rotating shifts.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians and medical staff in caring for surgical patients
- Provide pre‑ and post‑surgery care and education to patients
- Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medication; report adverse reactions
- Serve as communication liaison between patients' families and the operating team
- Ensure the correct procedure is performed on the correct patient
- Initiate patient education plans as prescribed by the physician
- Respond to comfort and safety needs of the patient
- Accurately care for and handle specimens
- Monitor equipment used during surgery
- Perform inventory of surgical items pre‑ and post‑procedure
- Select and handle surgical instruments and supplies during procedures (scrub role)
- Assist physicians by delivering direct surgical care, help control bleeding, and suture patients following surgery (RN first assistant role)
Requirements
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience
- Additional certifications may be required before beginning the assignment
Qualifications
- 1‑2 years recent acute care experience as an OR circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse
- Experience as an RN first assistant is a plus
Skills
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Capable of bending, leaning, and stooping without difficulty
- Able to lift 20 lb routinely and up to 50 lb when moving patients
- Tolerance for exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases in the operating room
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed hours
- Continuing education
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Benefits effective day 1
Pay
Pay package is based on 10‑hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
- 10‑hour rotating shifts
- 40 hours per week
- 13‑week assignment
- Start date: November 2, 2026