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Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

Discipline : RN

~ Shift : 12 hours, nights

~ Employment Type : Travel

Travel OR RN

Fusion Medical Staffing

Facility in Hickory, North Carolina

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Hickory, North Carolina. One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RN

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations

OR Nursing Certification (CNOR)

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.

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

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

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

Technical / Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push / pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and / or using department equipment

Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals

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

~ Life and Short-term disability offered

~Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program

~Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Start your rewarding career as a Travel Operating Room RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Fusion is an EOE / E-Verify Employer

Fusion Medical Staffing - Nursing Job ID #1787051. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing

With a mission to improve the lives of everyone we touch, Fusion Medical Staffing connects healthcare travelers to opportunities in the locations they've always dreamed of living. Regardless if you’re a first-time traveler or an established road warrior, you get to choose the best position that not only fits your unique personality but also your personal and professional needs.

As a medical traveler, you’ll get to meld your career with personal life experiences, make informed decisions and the freedom to control your career. Competitive compensation packages and opportunities to learn new skills are among some of the perks being a medical traveler with Fusion Medical Staffing. We've won awards for our ethical business practices, lasting community impact, and commitment to being an incredible place to work.

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Referral bonus

Mileage reimbursement

License and certification reimbursement

Weekly pay

Employee assistance programs