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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Puyallup, WA
Travel Nurse Across America
5x8 hrs
$2,602/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
We're looking for Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Puyallup, WA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience as a circulating nurse, and/or scrub nurse, and potentially RN first assistant. Read below for more requirements.
As an OR Travel Nurse, you will assist physicians and medical staff in caring for surgical patients, as well as providing pre- and post-surgery care and education to the patient. Circulating OR Nurses work within the operating suite but outside of the sterile field; Scrub OR Nurses handle and prepare operating instruments and equipment within the sterile field. Surgery responsibilities may include preparing instruments for specific surgical procedures, monitoring and observing the patient during surgery, and responding to potential complications alongside the physician.
As an OR Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Provide basic bedside care.
- Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
- Serve as the communication liaison between patients' family members and members of the operating team.
- Ensure that the correct procedure(s) is being performed on the correct patient.
- Initiate patient education plan as prescribed by physician; teach patients and families how to manage medication and home care needs.
- Responding to comfort and safety needs of patient.
- Accurate care and handling of specimens.
- Monitoring equipment used during surgery.
- Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.
- Selection and handling of surgical instruments and supplies during procedures.
- Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.
- Assist physicians by delivering direct surgical care.
- Help control bleeding.
- Suture patients following surgery.
2 years experience is preferred, BLS required. General OR skills. Will consider first time traveler. All surgeries EXCEPT hearts, brains, transplants as well as experience with spinal procedures (Laminctomies, fusions) is required
Employer
Travel Nurse Across America
- Low Census ProtectionTM - We pay for the number of hours you've agreed to work in your contract, regardless of changing needs of the hospital due to low census.
- Paid Sick Leave - Sick leave begins accruing from your first day, and you're eligible to use it after 90 days of employment.
- Travel Reimbursement - We offer up to $1,000 in travel expense reimbursement.
- Your Way is Paid - TNAA pays for all costs associated with getting the licenses and certifications needed for your assignment.
- Housing - Get the most out of your housing subsidy with our Easy Stay program or utilize our company provided housing.
- Insurance - We offer liability, vision, dental and health from Cigna, available from day one.
- Multiple Bonus Opportunities – We offer extension, rebook and completion bonuses. We also offer TNAA Boost Pay and referral bonuses.
- More of what we offer can be viewed on our website at, www.nurse.tv/benefits/.
About Puyallup, WA
As a travel nurse in Puyallup, WA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 75-80°F and lows of 50-55°F.
- Winter average highs of 45-50°F and lows of 35-40°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Consider contacting local real estate agencies for assistance.
- Car friendly city with easy access to major highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen and air quality.
- Puyallup has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby hiking trails and parks.
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