Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Waterloo, IA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
3x12 hrs

Operating RoomRegistered Nurse (RN)

The Operating Room RN is a highly skilled anddetail-oriented nursing professional responsible for providing safe andefficient care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. This role requiresstrong critical thinking, technical expertise, and the ability to thrive in afast-paced, team-oriented environment. The OR RN collaborates closely withsurgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical teams to ensure optimal patientoutcomes before, during, and after surgery.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities

·        Apply the nursing process to assess, plan,implement, and evaluate care for surgical patients

·        Conduct preoperative assessments, includingverifying patient identity, surgical site, and consent

·        Prepare the operating room by ensuring allequipment, instruments, and supplies are sterile and ready

·        Assist with positioning, prepping, and drapingpatients for surgery

·        Maintain strict adherence to aseptic andinfection control techniques

·        Monitor patient status intraoperatively,including vital signs and anesthesia response

·        Anticipate surgeon needs and provide instrumentsand supplies promptly

·        Document all intraoperative care accurately inthe electronic health record (EHR)

·        Provide postoperative care, including monitoringrecovery and managing pain

·        Educate patients and families on post-surgicalcare and discharge instructions

·        Respond promptly to emergencies such asbleeding, cardiac arrest, or anesthesia complications

·        Advocate for patient safety and upholdconfidentiality and HIPAA standards

Minimum Requirements

·        Current Registered Nurse License in the state ofpractice

·        Minimum one year of professional nursingexperience; OR experience strongly preferred

·        Completion of Amergis' Competency Program (ifapplicable)

·        Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred)

·        TB screening and health clearance (as requiredby contract or regulation)

·        Compliance with all federal, state, and localregulations

·        Successful completion of new hire orientationand OR-specific training

·        Strong communication skills and proficiency inEnglish

·        Basic computer literacy

·        Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

·        Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

·        Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

·        401(k) savings plan

·        Awards and recognition programs

Interested in learning more about pay rates? Please apply orreach out directly — we’d be happy to provide details based on your experienceand location.

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.