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
Calling all skilled OR Registered Nurses (RNs) seeking a thrilling opportunity in the heart of Plattsburgh, New York! Are you ready to embark on a transformative travel healthcare assignment that offers not just professional growth, but also a chance to explore the picturesque landscapes of upstate New York?
In this role, you will be utilizing your expertise in the operating room to provide top-notch patient care and assist in life-changing surgical procedures. As a pivotal member of the healthcare team, your responsibilities will include prepping the OR, assisting surgeons during operations, monitoring patients' vital signs, and ensuring a safe and sterile environment for all procedures.
Join us at TLC Nursing, a nurse-founded agency that prioritizes your success. With our 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance in securing housing and licensing, you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care while we take care of the rest.
**Weekly Pay:** $2,704.00
**Guaranteed Hours:** 36.0 (if provided)
As a travel nurse in Plattsburgh, New York, you'll not only be immersed in a vibrant healthcare community but also have the chance to explore the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Champlain, and the historic sites that dot the region. This is a unique opportunity to blend your passion for nursing with a thirst for adventure.
**Benefits:**
- Best in the Industry Pay Packages
- $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire
- Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law)
- 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years
- Aflac – Available for employee purchase
- Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals
- EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to elevate your nursing career while experiencing all that Plattsburgh, New York, has to offer. Take the next step in your journey by applying now and let TLC Nursing guide you towards a rewarding and fulfilling travel healthcare assignment.