Travel Nursing – Travel Nursing – Operating Room RN Care Unit RN Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Job Description:

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travelnursing job in Charleston, South Carolina. Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:

  CVOR

• Discipline:

  RN

• Start Date:

  05/05/2025

• Duration:

  13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift:

  12 hours, days

•

Employment Type:

Travel The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardiovascular Operating Room(CVOR) provides specialized nursing care to patients undergoingcardiovascular surgeries. The RN works closely with the surgicalteam, including cardiothoracic surgeons, anesthesiologists,surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals, toensure safe, effective, and compassionate care before, during, andafter cardiac procedures. This role requires expertise incardiovascular anatomy, surgical interventions, and high-acuitycare in the operating room setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Preoperative Patient Preparation:

Assess patients prior to surgery by reviewing medical histories,allergies, and current medications. Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery, explainingprocedures and answering questions. Ensure all preoperative orders are completed, including labs,imaging, and medications, as prescribed by the surgical team. Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure using asurgical checklist to ensure patient safety. Assist with positioning patients on the operating table to ensureoptimal access and comfort during the procedure.

Intraoperative Nursing Care:

Assist with the setup of the sterile field and ensure all surgicalinstruments and equipment are ready for use. Monitor the patient’s vital signs, including heart rate, bloodpressure, oxygen levels, and blood gases during surgery. Administer medications (e.g., anesthetics, analgesics) and fluidsas directed by the anesthesiologist or surgeon. Assist the surgical team during complex cardiovascular procedures,such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valverepair/replacement, or other heart surgeries. Ensure the maintenance of a sterile environment, adhering toinfection control practices and using sterile techniques during theprocedure. Respond promptly to any changes in the patient’s condition,including complications such as arrhythmias or bleeding.

Monitoring and Documentation:

Document patient status, interventions, and changes in condition inthe electronic health record (EHR) according to hospitalpolicies. Record intraoperative events, including medications, bloodproducts, and surgical team interventions. Monitor and document patient responses to anesthesia, medications,and surgical interventions, and report any concerns to the surgicalteam.

Postoperative Care:

Assist with the transfer of the patient from the operating room tothe recovery unit or intensive care unit (ICU), ensuring stablevitals and ongoing monitoring. Monitor the patient for signs of complications post-surgery, suchas bleeding, infection, or arrhythmias, and take immediate actionif needed. Provide postoperative education to patients and families, includinginformation on recovery, wound care, and activity restrictions. Administer pain management and other medications as prescribed topromote comfort and recovery.

Collaboration and Communication:

Communicate effectively with the surgical team, including surgeons,anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists, to ensurecoordinated care. Collaborate with the preoperative and postoperative care teams toensure continuity of care and address any patient concerns. Participate in surgical briefings and debriefings to discusspatient care, procedure outcomes, and any improvements needed forfuture surgeries.

Emergency Response and Crisis Management:

Be prepared to manage critical situations, such as life-threateningarrhythmias, cardiac arrest, or excessive bleeding, duringsurgery. Use advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) protocols and otheremergency measures to stabilize patients when needed. Work collaboratively with the surgical and anesthesia teams tohandle unexpected complications quickly and efficiently.

Sterilization and Equipment Maintenance:

Ensure all cardiovascular surgical instruments and equipment aresterilized, functioning, and properly maintained. Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions quickly to minimizedelays in surgery. Ensure compliance with hospital policies and industry standards forinfection control, including maintaining sterile technique andusing proper PPE.

Patient Advocacy and Support:

Advocate for patient safety and comfort before, during, and aftersurgery, ensuring the patient’s well-being is the top priority. Provide emotional support to patients and families, answeringquestions and offering reassurance about the surgery process andexpected outcomes.

Professional Development:

Stay current with the latest research, techniques, and bestpractices in cardiovascular nursing and surgery. Participate in continuing education opportunities, includingcertifications and training specific to cardiovascular care (e.g.,CNOR, CCRN, or Cardiac Surgery Nurse certification). Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the CVOR department’spractices and improve patient outcomes. Magnet Medical Job ID #31566282. Pay package is based on 12 hourshifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) withtax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title:

RN:

CVORRN,07

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