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Job Title: RN - OR (Surgical Services)
Location: Anacortes, Washington
Department/Unit: Surgical Services
Salary Range: $22 to $40 per hour
Shift: 10 Hour Variable
Number of Positions: 4
Job Description
Elitecare Medical Staffing is seeking two skilled and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for the Operating Room (OR) in Anacortes, Washington. This role is essential for providing high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures in the OR.
- Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes during surgery.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining the sterile field and ensure all necessary equipment is available and functioning.
- Monitor patient status before, during, and after surgical procedures.
- Document all patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, surgical staff, and other healthcare team members.
Unit Details
- Operating Rooms: 4 OR suites (typically run 3) and 1 endoscopy suite.
- Average Cases per Day: 20-21 cases.
- Common Cases:
- Orthopedic procedures (hips, knees, shoulders, ortho spine)
- TLIF, hernias, lap chole
- Obstetric (OB), Gynecological (GYN), hysteroscopy, hysterectomy
- Urology (cysto, prostate), ENT (twice a month), pediatric cases (tubes, tonsils, adenoids), endoscopy
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington.
- Required Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an OR setting, with a focus on endo and ortho preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Scrubbing required: No.
Additional Information
- Shifts: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM; 4-10 hour shifts.
- Weeknight/Call Requirements: 5:30 PM - 7:00 AM; 4 days a month.
- Weekend/Call Requirements: 24-hour call; at least one weekend day per month (Saturday or Sunday).
- Holiday Requirements: Department closed on major holidays; on-call as needed.
- Call Response Time: 30 minutes.
- Floating Requirements: Ability to float to PACU (tasking) preferred but not required.
- Scrub Color/Dress Code: Provided by the facility.
If you are passionate about providing exceptional surgical care and looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!