Travel PeriOp RN - $1,881 per week

About the role

Bluebird Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN for an Operating Room position in State College, Pennsylvania. This is a 13-week travel assignment starting on 08/31/2026, with a schedule of 36 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to the individual physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient through personal observation and interaction; act as a patient advocate.
• Utilize professional nursing skills and judgment to implement nursing care and treat identified problems.
• Communicate patient assessments to appropriate individuals to ensure coordination of patient care.
• Demonstrate knowledge of diagnostic measures such as labs, radiology, and EKG; demonstrate skills in IV therapy.
• Transcribe and implement physicians' orders accurately and timely while admitting patients to the surgical center efficiently.
• Document patient clinical records via computer with accuracy and in a timely manner; ensure all required information is complete for correct surgical procedures.
• Complete final review of patient records to ensure all paperwork, site marking, and anesthesiologist consultations are complete.
• Provide appropriate and knowledgeable instruction/education to patients and their families.
• Decrement supplies according to policy; utilize supplies, equipment, and resources to contain costs without compromising patient care.
• Assist with housekeeping duties such as cleaning and making beds as needed for patients.
• When assigned to PACU, use knowledge and critical thinking to assess and provide appropriate nursing care, including maintaining airway, monitoring vital signs, and managing pain.
• Evaluate patient status using discharge criteria to safely transition patients to Phase 2.
• Familiarize with the transfer process and procedure to send patients to the medical center.
• When functioning as a float nurse, maintain communication between all areas, assist staff as needed, relieve staff for breaks, and utilize staff cost-effectively.
• Work as assigned in pain management and eye laser procedure rooms.
• Familiarize with anesthesia supplies; assist with nerve blocks; know the location of crash cart, MH cart, and emergency medications.
• Participate in committee meetings, offer suggestions for improvements, and seek guidance when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and stipends
• Weekly pay
• Day 1 health benefits: medical, vision, and dental plan
• 401k plan with Vanguard
• Guaranteed stipends on hospital-canceled shifts
• Double overtime pay for 48-hour work weeks
• Paid orientation for onboarding requirements
• Paid medical requirements by Bluebird
• Nurse Referral Bonus Program
• Extension bonuses
• No off-shore recruiters
• Dedicated recruiter available 24/7 to assist with travel contract needs
• Exclusive and government contract opportunities

Pay

Pay package is based on 8-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• 8-hour day shifts