TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified OR RN in Washington, Washington DC, 20032!
Job Title: Operating Room Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Operating Room
Duration: 9 weeks
Shift: 12-hour Day Shift
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2 years of acute care operating room experience required
License: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state required
Certifications: PALS, BLS, ACLS required
Must-Have: Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program required; BSN highly desired
Description:
The operating room nurse is responsible for scrubbing and/or circulating duties for operative procedures.
Department admissions to the operative suite are managed by the operating room nurse.
Adheres to standards and appropriate aseptic techniques.
Consults and coordinates with team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate intraoperative patient care plans.
Serves as a communication liaison to patients, families, and members of the operating team.
Prepares the operating room for the patient and surgical procedure.
Assembles equipment and supplies, ensuring equipment is functional and supplies/implants are available.