Operating Room RN
Parkersburg, WV
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating
$2,462/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Operating Room Nurse, Operating Room Circulating Nurse or Operating Room Scrub Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (OR RN)
Location: Parkersburg, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours per Day: 12
Hours per Week: 36
Job Overview
- Work in a surgical environment with 13 operating rooms and 2 minor procedure rooms.
- Average daily cases range from 60 to 70.
- Common surgical cases include General OB/GYN, Neurosurgery, Vascular, Endovascular, Orthopedics, Plastics, Interventional Pain, ENT, Ophthalmology, and Da Vinci robot-assisted surgeries.
- No bariatrics or transplant cases.
- Scrubbing required for RNs.
- Use of EPIC electronic medical record system.
- Rotating call schedule with weekday and weekend call responsibilities.
- Call response time is 30 minutes.
- Floating to other areas such as Endovascular, Vascular, Urology, Gynecology, and Orthopedics may be required if comfortable.
- Orientation typically includes 2 shifts in the OR, with additional pairing on call shifts as needed.
Required Certifications
- BLS (Basic Life Support) - required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) - preferred
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - only required in PACU
Experience & Skills
- Prefer candidates with a strong background in OR nursing.
- Prior experience scrubbing in the OR is required.
- Charge nurse or house supervisor roles are staffed by permanent employees, not travelers.
Scheduling & Call
- Rotating weekday and weekend call; typically every 4th to 5th weekend depending on service line.
- Evening call hours: 6:45 PM to 11:15 PM.
- Midnight call is usually covered by permanent staff.
- Weekend call consists of 3 to 4 call shifts every six weeks.
- Staff can schedule their own call shifts.
- Call rooms are available onsite.
Additional Requirements
- Must submit an unexpired copy of a valid driver’s license with application.
- Dress code and scrub colors are provided.
- Conflict resolution with surgeons and staff may be necessary.
Notes
- This position involves 12-hour day shifts with rotating weekend and weekday call duties.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Parkersburg, WV
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Parkersburg, WV here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Parkersburg, WV is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- There are options for short-term rentals in Parkersburg, WV, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Parkersburg is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Parkersburg offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and water sports on the Ohio River.
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