Travel Nurse - RN - OR - Operating Room - $1586 / Week

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Chicago, IL. Shift : Inquire Start Date : ASAP Duration : 13 weeks Pay : $1586 / Week

Travel OR RN

Company :

Fusion Medical Staffing

Location :

Facility in Chicago, Illinois

Job Details

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Chicago, Illinois. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications :

One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RN

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations

Current BLS certification (AHA / ARC)

Preferred Qualifications :

ACLS (AHA / ARC), PALS (AHA / ARC) or ENPC certifications

OR Nursing Certification (CNOR)

Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary :

The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care throughout the perioperative process, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients during surgical procedures. This role involves preparing the operating room, managing surgical equipment, and collaborating with the surgical team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. The OR RN collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and adheres to the highest standards of patient safety, infection control, and professional ethics in a dynamic surgical environment.

Essential Work Functions :

Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedure

Assists in positioning and preparing patients for surgery, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort and safety according to procedural requirements

Maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures and adheres to infection control protocols and sterile technique

Anticipates the needs of the surgical team, providing instruments, supplies, and support promptly to maintain efficient workflow

Monitors the patient's condition during surgery, documenting significant changes and notifying the surgeon

Handles surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their proper use, sterilization, and disposal according to facility protocols

Manages specimen collection, labeling, and transport according to facility protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic results

Documents all aspects of patient care in the perioperative setting accurately and thoroughly

Participates in patient handoff communication during pre- and post-operative phases, ensuring continuity of care

Assists in cleaning and restocking the operating room between cases, adhering to infection control and turnover protocols

Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and standards

Follows hospital safety rules and procedures, including proper use of PPE and infection prevention measures

Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Required Essential Skills :

Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills

The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language

Ability to read / comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend

Interpersonal Skills

Technical / Motor Skills

Mental Requirements

Sensory

Benefits Include :

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours

Life and Short-term disability offered

401(k) matching

Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program

24 / 7 recruiter support

Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Other Duties Disclaimer :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Operating Room RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

About Fusion Medical Staffing :

Fusion Medical Staffing provides career opportunities to healthcare professionals by helping medical facilities fill their staffing needs. Fusion staffs a variety of specialties within the nursing and allied healthcare fields. We offer competitive pay packages and benefits that travelers deserve. At Fusion, you can

seriously

choose your own adventure!

Fusion's purpose is to ensure that everyone we touch has a better life. We strive to be humble, driven and positive in all our actions!

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