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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Augusta, GA
Travel Nurse Across America
3x12 hrs
$1,943/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
We're looking for Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Augusta, GA. 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.
Active GA or compact license Certs required: BLS Experience required: 2 Years
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 Augusta, GA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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