Travel Nurse Operating Room Circulator

Travel Nurse Operating Room Circulator Overview

• The Travel Nurse Operating Room Circulator provides essential nursing care in an Ambulatory Surgical Center setting.
• Assumes full responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician orders and center policies.
• Acts as an intermediary between operating room staff and the surgical center during operations and procedures.
• Supports surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing, wound exposure, and patient positioning.
• Prepares operating rooms and surgical instruments for procedures ensuring readiness and compliance.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and diverse workplace.
• Contributes to maintaining a drug-free and equal opportunity workplace.

Travel Nurse Operating Room Circulator Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform scrub functions including selection and handling of instruments and supplies during procedures.
• Conduct circulating functions such as monitoring, recording, and communicating patient conditions.
• Manage overall nursing care of patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Assist operating physicians with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing, and wound exposure.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and preparation for surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating rooms and surgical equipment ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure seamless operations and patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for all surgical procedures.

Travel Nurse Operating Room Circulator Job Requirements

• Associate of Science (AS) degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Current state RN license with CPR and BLS certifications.
• Minimum one year of experience in an operating room setting.
• Ability to perform both scrub and circulating functions effectively.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient care protocols.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a healthcare environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a drug-free workplace and adhering to equal opportunity policies.
• Willingness to work on-site in a fast-paced surgical center.