Travel RN - Operating Room - First Assist

American Traveler is seeking an RN First Assist for the Operating Room, requiring CNOR or RNFA certification and a KY or compact RN license.

• Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or compact)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• First Assist RN certification required: CNOR or RNFA
• ADN or ASN required, BSN preferred
• 2+ years of prior First Assist nursing experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique, surgical pharmacology, and anesthesia agent adjuncts

• Surgical Services department with 15 OR suites, including hybrid and cardiothoracic rooms, plus PACU, sterile supply, pharmacy, and scheduling support areas
• 26-week contract on day shift, Monday through Friday,
• Call required every other day and every other weekend
• Assists surgical team in case setup, room turnover, and cleaning between procedures
• Performs needle and instrument counts and restocks OR supplies as needed
• Provides perioperative nursing care from preoperative preparation through surgery and recovery
• Assists physicians during a variety of surgical procedures while helping minimize room turnaround times
• Uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care throughout the OR stay
• Follows AORN standards of care and departmental safety procedures
• Fiscally responsible for economical use of surgical resources and supplies

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs