Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Chicago, IL
Travel Nurse Across America
5x8 hrs, Evenings
$3,271/weekOverview
- Start Date11/26/2024
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
We're looking for Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Chicago, IL. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience as a circulating nurse, and/or scrub nurse, and potentially RN first assistant. Read below for more requirements.
As an OR Travel Nurse, you will assist physicians and medical staff in caring for surgical patients, as well as providing pre- and post-surgery care and education to the patient. Circulating OR Nurses work within the operating suite but outside of the sterile field; Scrub OR Nurses handle and prepare operating instruments and equipment within the sterile field. Surgery responsibilities may include preparing instruments for specific surgical procedures, monitoring and observing the patient during surgery, and responding to potential complications alongside the physician.
As an OR Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Provide basic bedside care.
- Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
- Serve as the communication liaison between patients' family members and members of the operating team.
- Ensure that the correct procedure(s) is being performed on the correct patient.
- Initiate patient education plan as prescribed by physician; teach patients and families how to manage medication and home care needs.
- Responding to comfort and safety needs of patient.
- Accurate care and handling of specimens.
- Monitoring equipment used during surgery.
- Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.
- Selection and handling of surgical instruments and supplies during procedures.
- Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.
- Assist physicians by delivering direct surgical care.
- Help control bleeding.
- Suture patients following surgery.
Requirements*: BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
Travel Nurse Across America
- Guaranteed Pay - Many contracts allow a hospital to call off a set amount of shifts without penalty to the hospital. When that occurs to a traveler on contract with TNAA, their per diems are not affected.
- Paid Sick Leave - Sick leave, in all 50 states, begins accruing from your first day, and you're eligible to use it after 90 days of employment.
- Travel Reimbursement - We offer up to $1,000 in travel expense reimbursement.
- Your Way is Paid - TNAA pays for all costs associated with getting the licenses and certifications needed for your assignment.
- Housing - Get the most out of your housing subsidy with our Easy Stay program or utilize our company provided housing.
- Insurance - We offer liability, vision, dental and health from day one.
About Chicago, IL
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
- Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
- Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
- Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
- Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
- Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
- The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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