RN-Operating Room Travel Nursing
Company: Wellspring Nurse Source
Location: Akron
Posted on: July 15, 2025
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Job Description:
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN OR -
Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Akron, Ohio. Job
Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: OR - Operating Room ~
Discipline: RN ~ Start Date: 08/01/2025 ~ Duration: 13 weeks ~40
hours per week ~ Shift: 10 hours, days ~ Employment Type: Travel
Job Description: Operating Room (OR) Nurse Position Title :
Operating Room (OR) Nurse Job Summary : The Operating Room (OR)
Nurse, also known as a Perioperative Nurse, is responsible for
providing direct nursing care to patients undergoing surgery. The
OR Nurse works as part of a multidisciplinary team in the operating
room, ensuring that the surgical environment is safe, sterile, and
efficient. They assist with preoperative, intraoperative, and
postoperative care, working closely with surgeons,
anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver
high-quality care. Key Responsibilities : Preoperative Care :
Assess patients’ medical histories, perform physical assessments,
and ensure that necessary tests are completed before surgery.
Review the surgical procedure and verify patient identity, surgical
site, and other critical information to prevent errors. Educate
patients and their families about the surgical procedure, potential
risks, and postoperative care instructions. Prepare and assess
surgical instruments and equipment to ensure everything is sterile
and ready for the surgery. Administer preoperative medications as
ordered, including antibiotics or sedatives. Intraoperative Care :
Assist the surgical team by providing sterile instruments,
supplies, and equipment during the procedure. Monitor the patient's
vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels,
and temperature throughout the surgery. Ensure the operating room
maintains a sterile field and that all instruments are properly
handled to prevent infection. Document all aspects of the surgery,
including medications given, time of procedures, and any
complications or changes during surgery. Assist with positioning
the patient on the operating table to ensure comfort and proper
access to the surgical site. Postoperative Care : Monitor patients
as they recover from anesthesia, assessing vital signs, and
ensuring that they are stable before transfer to the recovery room
or another care unit. Provide postoperative education to patients
and their families, including instructions on wound care, activity
restrictions, and signs of complications. Assist with the
management of postoperative pain, administering medications as
prescribed. Communicate with the surgical team about any concerns
or complications during the recovery phase. Ensure that patients'
post-anesthesia care is documented thoroughly. Collaboration and
Communication : Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists,
surgical technologists, and other nursing staff to provide seamless
and effective care. Communicate clearly and effectively with
patients, families, and the surgical team to ensure that everyone
is informed about the patient's progress and needs. Participate in
patient hand-offs, ensuring that all relevant information is
communicated during shift changes. Infection Control and Safety :
Adhere to strict infection control practices, ensuring all
equipment and surgical instruments are properly sterilized. Follow
proper safety protocols, including maintaining a sterile field,
handling sharps, and assisting with positioning and monitoring
during surgery. Ensure that the operating room environment complies
with hospital policies and regulatory standards to reduce the risk
of infection or injury. Emergency Response and Crisis Management :
Remain prepared for emergencies, such as patient complications
during surgery or unexpected changes in the patient’s condition.
Provide immediate care in the event of a medical emergency, such as
resuscitation or hemorrhage control, and coordinate with the
surgical team for quick resolution. Professional Development : Keep
current with best practices, new surgical techniques, and advances
in perioperative nursing care through continuing education.
Participate in workshops, conferences, and other training
opportunities to maintain and enhance clinical skills. Mentor and
train new nurses or nursing students in the operating room
environment. Qualifications : Education : Bachelor of Science in
Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
required. Licensure : Current state RN license in good standing.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced
Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required. Wellspring Nurse
Source Job ID 32713317. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and
40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend
amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN OR About Wellspring
Nurse Source Wellspring is nurse owned and operated which means
that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. We
are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best
rate. We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our
clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with
everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical
support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. You’re not just a
number at Wellspring, you’re a valued member of our family. Join us
and experience the Wellspring difference.
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