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Operating Room Registered Nurse
Kansas City, Missouri
Surgicenter Of Kansas City MO

$1,856-2,365/week
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Registered Nurse (RN) - OR

Location

  • Kansas City, Missouri

Employment Type

  • Travel assignment

Contract Length

  • 12 weeks

Work Setting

  • Pre-op and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in an outpatient surgical center
  • Unit details:
    • Pre-op beds: 9 (1:1 patient ratio)
    • PACU beds: 15 (2:1 patient ratio)
    • Staff: 21 RNs on day and night shifts
    • Equipment: Critical care level

Schedule

  • 36 hours per week
  • No weekends or holidays required
  • Night shift is optional

Job Description

  • Approximately 95% orthopedic cases including ACL repairs, total joint replacements, and arthroscopic procedures
  • Responsibilities include starting IVs, preparing patients for surgery, and recovering patients through phases 1 and 2 post-anesthesia
  • Data collection and patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Missouri
  • Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
  • Orthopedics experience, including comfort with ACL repairs, total joint replacements, and arthroscopic procedures
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications
  • De-escalation skills

About Kansas City, MO

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Kansas City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Kansas City is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar, but a car is often necessary for getting around the city and its suburbs.
Demographics
  • Kansas City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
  • There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the city's numerous healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Kansas City offers a vibrant food scene with numerous BBQ restaurants, jazz clubs, and museums to explore.
  • The city also has opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, making it a lively and engaging place to live.
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