Operating Room Registered Nurse
Jefferson, NC
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring at least 2 years of OR experience and current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Operating Room of an acute care hospital setting
• Required to perform a wide range of procedures including general surgery, gynecological, orthopedic, ophthalmic, and urological surgeries
• Patient ratios are 1:1
• Scheduled 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with every other weekend required
• Call coverage required with a 30-minute callback expectation
• No floating required
• Uses Stryker orthopedic equipment, Olympus lap equipment, and Fugi endoscopy system
• Meditech used for documentation and Omnicell for medication administration
• 24 hours of unit orientation provided
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Responsibilities include assisting in a variety of surgical procedures and ensuring safe perioperative care
• Set team structure with no floating to other units
• Orientation to unit and workflow lasts 24 hours
• Weekend and call obligations are required with a 30-minute callback standard
• Every other weekend work is required
• Candidates are provided scrubs on-site
• Candidates will be interviewed before an offer is extended
• First-time travelers are considered for this position
• Locals are accepted for this role

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in a general Operating Room setting
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required
• Skills in colonoscopy, EGD, laparoscopic procedures, orthopedic, ophthalmology, gynecology, and urology surgeries required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, conscious sedation, infection control, and radiation safety necessary
• Experience using Meditech and Omnicell preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts