Job Overview
Travel Nurse RN OR – Operating Room – Aurora, Colorado.
Travel assignment: 13 weeks, starting 06/22/2026. 36 hours per week, 12‑hour daytime shifts.
Requirements
- One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RN
- Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
Preferred Qualifications
- ACLS, PALS, or ENPC certifications (AHA/ARC)
- OR Nursing Certification (CNOR)
- Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position
Summary
The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care throughout the perioperative process, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients during surgical procedures. This role involves preparing the operating room, managing surgical equipment, and collaborating with the surgical team to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.
Essential Work Functions
- Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedure
- Assists in positioning and preparing patients for surgery, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort and safety according to procedural requirements
- Maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures and adheres to infection control protocols and sterile technique
- Anticipates the needs of the surgical team, providing instruments, supplies, and support promptly to maintain efficient workflow
- Monitors the patient’s condition during surgery, documenting significant changes and notifying the surgeon
- Handles surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their proper use, sterilization, and disposal according to facility protocols
- Manages specimen collection, labeling, and transport according to facility protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic results
- Documents all aspects of patient care in the perioperative setting accurately and thoroughly
- Participates in patient handoff communication during pre‑ and post‑operative phases, ensuring continuity of care
- Assists in cleaning and restocking the operating room between cases, adhering to infection control and turnover protocols
- Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and standards
- Follows hospital safety rules and procedures, including proper use of PPE and infection prevention measures
- Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
Required Essential Skills
- Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
- Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
- Physical abilities: remain in a stationary position, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, bend
- Interpersonal skills: work effectively with a variety of personnel, present a positive attitude and professionalism
- Technical/Motor skills: grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, move around when assisting with procedures and/or using equipment
- Mental requirements: cope with frequent contact with general public, meet deadlines under pressure, work under supervision or independently, handle irregular activity schedules, maintain continuous concentration to detail
- Sensory: possess visual acuity and ability to communicate effectively
Benefits
- Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
- Paid time off after 1560 hours
- Life and short‑term disability
- 401(k) matching
- Refer‑a‑friend bonus program24/7 recruiter support
- Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Fusion Medical Staffing - Nursing Job ID #1927894.
Equal Opportunity Employer
*Fusion is an EOE/E‑Verify Employer