Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - in Aurora,

Aurora, CO - Full Time

Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room

Location: Aurora, CO

Agency: Magnet Medical

Pay: $3,475 per week

Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: 7/27/2026

Travel Nurse Source  is working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified OR RN in Aurora, Colorado, 80011.

• Preoperative Preparation
  • Assess patients' medical histories and current conditions to develop individualized preoperative care plans.
  • Verify surgical consent, review medications, and prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery.
• Intraoperative Nursing Care
  • Assist in preparing the operating room (OR) environment, ensuring sterile conditions and proper functioning of surgical equipment.
  • Collaborate with surgical team members to position patients, monitor vital signs, and assist with anesthesia induction and maintenance.
• Surgical Assistance and Instrumentation
  • Anticipate surgeons' needs during procedures, passing instruments, sutures, and supplies as required.
  • Maintain sterile technique and adhere to aseptic practices throughout the surgical process.
• Patient Advocacy and Safety
  • Advocate for patient safety and comfort throughout the surgical experience, addressing concerns and ensuring adherence to surgical protocols.
  • Monitor patients' responses to surgical interventions, anticipating potential complications and intervening promptly as needed.
• Postoperative Care and Monitoring
  • Transfer patients to post-anesthesia care units (PACUs) or recovery rooms, monitoring their vital signs and postoperative status.
  • Assess surgical incisions, apply dressings, and manage drainage devices while ensuring patient comfort and pain management.
• Documentation and Communication
  • Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of intraoperative events, patient responses, and medications administered.
  • Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, providing updates on surgical progress and postoperative outcomes.
• Continuing Education and Professional Development
  • Stay current with advancements in surgical techniques, equipment, and nursing practices through continuing education and professional development activities.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and surgical team debriefings to enhance patient care outcomes.