Travel Nurse RN – OR – $2,130 per week in Lynwood, CA

Job Description

Job Title: Staff Registered Nurse – Surgery
Profession: RN Surgery
Specialty: RN Surgery
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 07:00 AM – 07:30 PM
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 2 years

License: Current and valid state RN License
Certifications:
Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
Current ACLS (AHA) certificate within 30 days upon hire and maintain current
Current PALS (AHA) certificate within 30 days upon hire and maintain current

Must-Have:
Minimum of one year previous perioperative experience or on-the-job training
Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) Certification preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Must be able to take call

Description:
The staff RN is directly accountable to the OR Charge Nurse and the Director of Surgical Services, and indirectly to the House Supervisor.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care in the perioperative setting through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all age groups.
The Registered Nurse coordinates the care of the patient with the surgeon and anesthesiologist.
The nurse directs and guides the OR Technician and other personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing.
Collaboration with other departments is essential to provide a continuum of care and quality patient care.
Efficient patient flow and unit maintenance and organization are key responsibilities.
The nurse is responsible for adherence to regulations, standards, and hospital or unit policies and procedures.
Participation in performance improvement activities, unit meetings, and in-services is required.
The nurse acts as a resource for other personnel as appropriate.