Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - in Lake Charles, LA
Listed on 2026-10-06
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Travel Nurse, Healthcare Nursing, Surgical Assistant
Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,527 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Travel Nurse Source is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified OR RN in Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601!
Job Title:
RN Profession:
Nursing Specialty:
Surgery Duration:
Full-Time
Shift: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Hours per
Shift: 8
Experience:
1 year preferred License: RN License in state of employment or compact
Certifications:
BLS required Must-Have:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
Description:
This position involves providing care in a surgical setting. The role includes working with limited pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. Key areas of focus include orthopedic surgeries, podiatry, hand surgery, spine and cranial procedures, general surgery, and urology. The nurse practices independently and demonstrates awareness of all relevant aspects of patient situations. Responsibilities include providing both routine and complex care while managing clinical contingencies.
The nurse makes appropriate assignments and delegates tasks to other care providers as necessary. Responsibilities align with applicable nursing competencies. The nurse utilizes the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation, for assigned patients. The nurse addresses the psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families. Medications and treatments are administered following appropriate protocols while monitoring for side effects and effectiveness.
Documentation of patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided is required. The nurse assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and caregivers, identifying issues and resources. There is an on-call requirement of 1-2 times per week and every third weekend. The nurse may float to different surgical areas as needed. The nurse/patient ratio is 1:1. This position demands strong nursing skills and a commitment to patient care.
About Cynet Health
Your travel nursing adventure begins here. Matching talented nurses like you with high-paying travel jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics.
RequirementsRequired for Onboarding
- ACLS
- BLS
- Pharmacology
- Skills Checklist
- Specialty Exam
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