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OR Circulator RN

Location: Pueblo, Colorado Contract: 13 weeks Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts Hours: 40 hours per week per the posting. The greatest need is for three 12-hour shifts (06:30 to 19:00) on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Required Qualifications

RN license
BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (AHA)
Must be a fast learner and hardworking
Able to take OR call
Valid driver's license must be submitted
Must be in state for the week of orientation, even if first-day modules are remote

Preferred Qualifications

Two or more years of intraoperative circulating RN experience, with experience in the common cases below
Scrubbing skills (not required for RNs, but a nice bonus; RNs are occasionally used to scrub when needed)

Unit and Department

Eight suites
10 to 15 cases per day on weekdays
Level 3 Trauma Center
Scrub roles are predominantly filled by CSTs
Dedicated to the OR; no floating required
A dedicated Charge RN is on duty Monday through Friday, so charge nurse duties are not expected for this role

Common cases:

Orthopedics: Total joint replacements, ORIFs for fractures, arthroscopic cases, ortho spine
General surgery: Lap chole, lap appy, ex-laps, bowel resections, da Vinci Xi robotic cases, I&D, hemorrhoidectomies
Urology: Cystoscopies, TURP and TURBT, ESWL, rare adult circumcision or orchiectomy, difficult Foley insertions, rare suprapubic catheter insertions
ENT: FESS, septoplasty, rhinoplasty, T&A, direct laryngoscopy, Airlift; Inspire and open neck cases are planned for the future

Call and Scheduling

Weeknight call: Usually one weeknight per week, rarely two
Weekend call: One weekend, usually the 4th or 5th weekend
Holiday call: Some coverage is needed for the upcoming winter holidays
Call response time: 30 minutes from the call to arrival at the hospital
Scheduling is managed by leadership; no self-scheduling or block scheduling

Logistics

Radius: 60 miles
Dress code: Hospital-provided blue scrubs; surgical attire required on duty; standard casual attire is acceptable to and from the hospital if appropriate for work
Orientation: Unit-specific orientation on-site with clinical coordinators and/or OR leadership
Hiring process: Profile review with the clinical team, followed by an interview with the unit manager
Start date: As soon as possible

About Pueblo, CO

As a Travel Operating Room Circulating Nurse in Pueblo, CO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Pueblo's cost of living is 14% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Pueblo experiences hot summers with average highs of 90°F and mild winters with average lows of 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Pueblo, with options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Pueblo is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Pueblo has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the high altitude.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Pueblo offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for its Mexican cuisine.
The city has a vibrant art scene, with galleries and museums to explore.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities at nearby reservoirs.

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