Travel Nurse RN - Preoperative

Job Description

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Preoperative for a travel nursing job in State College, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Preoperative
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours, days
• Employment Type : Travel

Registered Nurse - Pre Op -

Pre and post procedural RN for Endoscopy Unit

Mon-Fri - 8 hr day shift- no call, no weekend.

1) Assesses and responds to the individual physical, psychosocial, anq spiritual needs of the patient through personal observation and interaction. Acts as a patient advocate.

2) Utilizes professional nursing skills and judgment; takes action to implement nursing care and treat the problems identified.

3) Communicates patient assessments to the appropriate individuals ensuring the coordination of patient care.

4) Demonstrates knowledge of diagnostic measures such as labs, radiology, EKG. Demonstrates skills, in IV therapy.

5) Transcribes and implements physicians' orders in an accurate and timely manner while admitting patient to the surgical center efficiently.

6) Documents in the patient clinical records via computer with accuracy and in a timely manner. Checks the required information on the patient record to comply with the correct surgical procedures. Completes final review of patient record to ensure all paperwork and activities such as site marking is complete and that anesthesiologist has spoken to the patient and family.

7) Provides appropriate and knowledgeable instruction / education to the patients and their families.

8) Decrements supplies according to policy. Utilizes supplies, equipment, and resources to contain costs without compromising patient care.

9) Assists with housekeeping duties such as cleaning and making beds as needed for patients.

10) Uses knowledge and critical thinking to assess and give appropriate nursing care. Recognizes patients' needs; maintains airway, monitors VS, utilizes correct medication to control pain, and consults with surgeon and anesthesiologist if any difficulties arise that affects the patient. Evaiuates patient's status using discharge criteria.

11)When functioning as a float nurse, maintains communications between all areas and is available to assist staff as needed to maintain flow; relieves staff for breaks and lunch in a timely manner and utilizes staff in a cost effective manner.

12)Other duties as assigned.

Slate Healthcare Job ID #c4549da4-b2c6-430d-8bed-aa9302ca1204. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Slate Healthcare

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple : to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.