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: 13 weeks
Shift: 10-hour Day Shift
Hours per Shift: 10
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, and 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.
They oversee department admissions to the operative suite.
They adhere to standards and appropriate aseptic techniques.
They consult and coordinate with team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate intraoperative patient care plans.
They serve as a communication liaison to patients, families, and members of the operating team.
They prepare the operating room for the patient and surgical procedure.
They assemble equipment and supplies, ensuring that equipment is functional and supplies/implants are available.