Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room in Watertown, NY

Key Responsibilities Provide quality patient care in an Operating Room setting, including assessment of clinical, teaching, mental, and spiritual needs. Recognize and respond to safety issues, including proper assessment and implementation of patient lift techniques.

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Location

Watertown, New York

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | Onsite | Weekend, holiday, and on-call required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care in an Operating Room setting, including assessment of clinical, teaching, mental, and spiritual needs
• Utilize clinical equipment and instrumentation to maintain a safe and aseptic environment in the OR/ASU setting
• Recognize and respond to safety issues, including proper assessment and implementation of patient lift techniques
• Interpret lethal dysrhythmias and respond appropriately in high-acuity situations
• Function effectively in stressful situations, applying strong problem-solving and prioritization skills
• Assume charge nurse duties as required, including delegation and leadership of nursing staff

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current New York State RN license (must be in hand)
• Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room RN experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Ability to meet on-call requirements with a 30-minute response time

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
• Experience with MEDITECH electronic health records system
• Preceptorship, charge nurse, or formal leadership experience

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a specialized surgical environment with a team that values clinical excellence and patient safety
• Contract role offering flexibility and the chance to apply advanced OR nursing skills in a dynamic setting