Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate
Sitka, AK
Slate Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

RN OR Circulator / PACU / Pre-Op – Alaska

Alaska RN License Required at Time of Submission

Important Start Date: Start date will be no less than 5 weeks after the traveler’s fingerprint cards are received.

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – OR Circulator / PACU / Pre-Op to support perioperative patient care in an Alaska facility. This role is ideal for an experienced OR RN who is comfortable working across the Operating Room, Pre-Op, and PACU settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program — BSN, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Diploma in Nursing
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid, current, full and unrestricted Alaska RN license required at time of submission
• Minimum 3 years of Operating Room experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Experience in a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) and/or rural operating room strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care throughout the perioperative process.
• Serve as an OR Circulator, coordinating patient care and maintaining a safe surgical environment.
• Perform Pre-Op assessments, preparation, and patient education.
• Provide PACU care, including post-anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with facility policies and infection-control standards.
• Assist with equipment, supplies, and room preparation to support efficient surgical procedures.

Why Consider This Assignment?

• Work across OR, PACU, and Pre-Op
• Opportunity for experienced OR nurses to work in an Alaska setting
• Rural/Critical Access Hospital experience valued