Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
San Antonio, TX
All Medical Personnel - Nursing
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Travel RN OR

Location: San Antonio, TX 

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Days 6:30am to 5pm | 4x10s

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality perioperative nursing care aligned with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation).
• Collaborate with surgical teams to prepare patients and assist in various procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Administer medications and treatments following proper protocols; monitor for side effects and treatment efficacy.
• Document all aspects of patient history, intraoperative findings, medications, and post-operative care thoroughly and accurately.
• Assess patient and family learning needs; provide education on procedures, post-op care, and discharge instructions.
• Address the psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and their families with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Make appropriate assignments and delegate tasks to other care team members to optimize workflow and care outcomes.
• Strive for continuous professional development by staying current with surgical nursing practices and protocols.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in perioperative or surgical nursing preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Valid RN license in Texas or as part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Strong understanding of surgical procedures, aseptic techniques, and perioperative protocols.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

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