Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,426 per week in Walla Walla, WA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Walla Walla
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room Location: Walla Walla, WA
Agency: Magnet Medical Pay: $2,426 per week Shift Information: Days
- 4 days x 10 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date:
1/26/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with
Magnet Medical to find a qualified OR RN in Walla Walla,
Washington, 99362! As an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN),
you will play a crucial role in the surgical team, providing direct
patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. You
will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical
technologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe
and effective surgical outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Preoperative
Preparation: Assess patients' medical histories and current
conditions to develop individualized preoperative care plans.
Verify surgical consent, review medications, and prepare patients
physically and emotionally for surgery. Intraoperative Nursing
Care: Assist in preparing the operating room (OR) environment,
ensuring sterile conditions and proper functioning of surgical
equipment. Collaborate with surgical team members to position
patients, monitor vital signs, and assist with anesthesia induction
and maintenance. Surgical Assistance and Instrumentation:
Anticipate surgeons' needs during procedures, passing instruments,
sutures, and supplies as required. Maintain sterile technique and
adhere to aseptic practices throughout the surgical process.
Patient Advocacy and Safety: Advocate for patient safety and
comfort throughout the surgical experience, addressing concerns and
ensuring adherence to surgical protocols. Monitor patients'
responses to surgical interventions, anticipating potential
complications and intervening promptly as needed. Postoperative
Care and Monitoring: Transfer patients to post-anesthesia care
units (PACUs) or recovery rooms, monitoring their vital signs and
postoperative status. Assess surgical incisions, apply dressings,
and manage drainage devices while ensuring patient comfort and pain
management. Documentation and Communication: Maintain accurate and
thorough documentation of intraoperative events, patient responses,
and medications administered. Communicate effectively with
healthcare team members, providing updates on surgical progress and
postoperative outcomes. Continuing Education and Professional
Development: Stay current with advancements in surgical techniques,
equipment, and nursing practices through continuing education and
professional development activities. Participate in quality
improvement initiatives and surgical team debriefings to enhance
patient care outcomes. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for
patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse
populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient
advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. In times of
public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in
vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other
initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Step
out of your comfort zone and face new challenges, fostering
personal resilience and adaptability. Travel nursing becomes a
transformative journey that shapes not only your career but also
your character. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments
that align with your professional goals and interests. This
customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that
resonate with your passion. Travel nurses can bring fresh
perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and
insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and
overall healthcare quality. Requirements Required for Onboarding
BLS Competency Exam Preioperative - Circulate Preioperative - Scrub
29087748EXPTEMP
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