Nights), Sitka, AK

Mobile Health Team Inc

2d•$48•Onsite

About The Position

Mobile Health Team Inc. is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse-Operating Room/Circulating for a 13-week travel assignment in Sitka, AK. This position is located within the Operating Room. We handle all types of elective and emergency cases performed, including abdominal, thoracic, Urology, ENT, Plastic, Orthopedics, Vascular and OB/GYN. Multi-tasks efficiently and ensures the surgical cases proceed throughout the day promptly. Utilizes after-hour call services, to staff the Operating Rooms (OR), for nights, holidays and weekends. If you are a traveler who is experienced in the OR, please submit your resume for our review. Please submit the rate appropriate to skillset/level of submission.

Requirements

Must have 3 years OR experience
High school diploma or GED is required
Must have BLS/BCLS & ACLS certification; PALS is required
A valid, current, full and unrestricted RN license in the State of Alaska is required
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Willingness to participate in continuing education and training programs
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Strong communication, professionalism, and reliability
Drug screen and background check (facility required)
Additional facility onboarding forms as assigned

Nice To Haves

Experience in Critical Access Hospital and/or Rural Operating Rooms strongly preferred.
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (BSN, Associate degree in nursing or Diploma in nursing) is desired

Responsibilities

Checking supplies before, during, and after the surgical procedure
Calling for a time-out prior to the surgical procedure
Helping patients change into hospital gowns
Obtaining and witnessing consent forms from patients
Preparing surgical instruments
Ensure surgery goes smoothly
Assisting in setting up the equipment needed for the procedure
Preparing patients for surgery
Positioning patients in appropriate positions prior to surgery
Preparing the operative site (including shaving)
Performing surgical counts
Documenting when appropriate
Monitoring patient’s LOC, vital signs
Assisting in the clean-up of the operating room following surgery, including proper disposal of used supplies and sharps
Confirming procedure and side of operation