Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN – Operating Room (OR) for travel assignments. This role involves assisting in surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with the surgical team. The ideal candidate has strong critical-thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain sterile surgical environments.
- Assist surgeons during operative procedures, passing instruments and supplies.
- Monitor patient vital signs and ensure safety throughout surgery.
- Administer medications, anesthesia support, and IV fluids as needed.
- Ensure compliance with infection control and aseptic techniques.
- Educate patients and families on preoperative and postoperative care.
- Travel to various hospitals and surgical centers for temporary assignments.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in the Operating Room (OR).
- Certifications: BLS and ACLS required; CNOR preferred.
- Skills: Proficiency in surgical instrumentation, aseptic techniques, and patient monitoring.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long hours and assist with patient positioning.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Work in top surgical facilities and trauma centers.
- Access to continuing education and surgical specialty training.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you an experienced OR Registered Nurse (RN) seeking a thrilling opportunity to showcase your skills in the breathtaking landscapes of Anchorage, Alaska? TLC Nursing is currently offering a captivating 13-week travel healthcare assignment in this charming city known for its stunning wilderness and vibrant culture.
As a dedicated travel nurse in the OR specialty, you will be entrusted with providing top-notch patient care in a dynamic surgical setting. Your expertise will be crucial in assisting with surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding outcomes.
This travel healthcare assignment in Anchorage, Alaska, presents a unique opportunity to explore the natural wonders of the Last Frontier while advancing your career in a supportive and enriching environment. TLC Nursing, a nurse-founded agency, stands out with its commitment to providing 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing, reflecting our dedication to your success and well-being.
In addition to the rewarding professional experience, this assignment offers a competitive weekly pay of $2288.0, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes the best in the industry pay packages, a $25,000 life insurance policy effective from day one, and medical, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month after hire. Paid time off accrues from day one, with eligibility after 1 year of employment, and a 401(k) plan becomes available after 1 year, fully vested after 5 years. You can also benefit from Aflac options, a referral program with payouts for referring other healthcare professionals, and access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free, confidential services.
If you are ready to embark on this exciting journey and make a difference in the lives of patients in Anchorage, Alaska, apply now to seize this incredible opportunity to grow both personally and professionally with TLC Nursing.