RN - OR - Travel - Meeker, CO - $2,632 per week

$136,864 - $136,864/Yr

TravelNurseSource - Meeker, CO

Full-time

Meeker, CO

About the position

As an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN), you will play a crucial role in the surgical team, providing direct patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. You will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective surgical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' medical histories and current conditions to develop individualized preoperative care plans.
• Verify surgical consent, review medications, and prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery.
• Assist in preparing the operating room (OR) environment, ensuring sterile conditions and proper functioning of surgical equipment.
• Collaborate with surgical team members to position patients, monitor vital signs, and assist with anesthesia induction and maintenance.
• Anticipate surgeons' needs during procedures, passing instruments, sutures, and supplies as required.
• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to aseptic practices throughout the surgical process.
• Advocate for patient safety and comfort throughout the surgical experience, addressing concerns and ensuring adherence to surgical protocols.
• Monitor patients' responses to surgical interventions, anticipating potential complications and intervening promptly as needed.
• Transfer patients to post-anesthesia care units (PACUs) or recovery rooms, monitoring their vital signs and postoperative status.
• Assess surgical incisions, apply dressings, and manage drainage devices while ensuring patient comfort and pain management.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of intraoperative events, patient responses, and medications administered.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, providing updates on surgical progress and postoperative outcomes.
• Stay current with advancements in surgical techniques, equipment, and nursing practices through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and surgical team debriefings to enhance patient care outcomes.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of Colorado.
• Experience in operating room nursing or surgical services.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and aseptic techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR).
• Experience with electronic health record systems.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $2,632 per week.
• Exposure to various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems.
• Opportunities for adventure sports and outdoor activities in different regions.
• Professional growth and personal enrichment through travel nursing.
• Enhanced communication skills through working with diverse teams.