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Greenstaff Medical US
Española, NM (In Person)
$138,476 Salary, Full-Time
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Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Operating Room (OR) procedures to join our dynamic healthcare team. This role offers the opportunity to provide expert perioperative care across diverse hospital settings, including Level I and Level II trauma centers, surgical centers, and outpatient facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of surgical nursing practices, demonstrate proficiency with electronic medical records systems, and be committed to delivering exceptional patient care in fast-paced environments. This position is integral to supporting surgical teams by ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile techniques, and managing complex clinical situations efficiently. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures within the operating room setting. Assist with sterile technique setup, instrument handling, and maintaining aseptic environments during surgeries. Monitor patient vital signs, anesthesia levels, and physiological responses throughout surgical interventions. Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to ensure smooth procedural flow and patient safety. Administer medications, including sedation and pain management agents such as Botulinum toxin treatments when applicable. Document all patient care activities accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner. Prepare patients for surgery through assessments, education on procedures, and preoperative preparations. Manage emergency situations using advanced airway management skills and critical care protocols. Support post-operative recovery by monitoring for complications like acute pain or infection and providing appropriate interventions. Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and infection control standards throughout all clinical activities. Qualifications Valid RN license in the state of practice with current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; additional certifications such as ACLS or PALS are preferred. Minimum of two years of recent OR nursing experience in hospital environments; experience in Level I or Level II trauma centers is highly desirable. Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms. Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic techniques, sterile processing, and surgical instrumentation. Experience with complex procedures such as cardiac catheterization, spinal taps, or endoscopic surgeries is advantageous. Familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding for billing purposes, and medical documentation standards. Ability to adapt quickly to diverse clinical settings including outpatient surgery centers, emergency rooms, ICU units, or specialty clinics such as ophthalmology or geriatrics. Strong assessment skills with the ability to recognize signs of acute pain or deterioration promptly. Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and patient education. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes through expert surgical nursing care. We welcome dedicated professionals committed to excellence in perioperative services across a variety of healthcare environments.