Operating Room (OR) Travel RN

Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a surgical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during surgical procedures.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the operating room environment.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient status and report any changes to the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation using electronic medical records (EPIC).

Shift Information

• Days: 4x10 hour shifts starting at 0800, with flexibility to start at 0900 or 1000.
• Holiday rotation required; must be available for 1-2 of three upcoming holidays.
• On call requirements: 1 shift per week and every 4th to 5th weekend.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 24 months of Operating Room experience in a hospital or medical center setting is required.
• Experience as a circulating RN; experience as a scrub nurse is preferred.
• Proficiency in the following areas is required: orthopedic surgery, general surgery, GYN/Gynecology, and operating DaVinci robotics.
• Experience in neuro/neurology, cardiovascular, podiatry, urology, and plastics is preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, specifically EPIC, is required.
• Must have at least 3 months of travel experience within the past 18 months.
• Current Iowa nursing license or compact/multistate license is required.
• Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are required.

Additional Information

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, passionate about patient care, and eager to contribute to a dynamic surgical team.