Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,370 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a 13-week assignment in Louisville, Kentucky. The OR RN will prepare the OR, manage surgical equipment, and collaborate with the surgical team to deliver safe patient care.

Requirements include one year of OR RN experience, valid RN license, current BLS; ACLS/PALS/CNOR preferred. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and dedicated clinical support are provided.

Qualifications

• One year of recent Operating Room RN experience.
• Valid RN license compliant with state regulations.
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC).

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room and ensures sterile setup for each procedure.
• Assists in patient positioning and maintaining a sterile field.
• Collaborates with the surgical team to deliver safe, patient-centered care.
• Documents perioperative care and handoffs accurately.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Service excellence

Education

RN license

BLS Certification

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty

OR - Operating Room

Discipline

RN

Start Date

10/11/2026

Duration

13 weeks

40 hours per week

Shift

8 hours, days

Employment Type

Travel

Travel OR RN

Company

Fusion Medical Staffing

Location

Facility in Louisville, KY

Job Details

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Louisville, KY. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RNValid RN license in compliance with state regulationsCurrent BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

Preferred Qualifications

ACLS (AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certificationsOR 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. The OR RN collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and adheres to the highest standards of patient safety, infection control, and professional ethics in a dynamic surgical environment.Essential Work Functions:

Essential Work Functions

Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedureAssists in positioning and preparing patients for surgery, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort and safety according to procedural requirementsMaintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures and adheres to infection control protocols and sterile techniqueAnticipates the needs of the surgical team, providing instruments, supplies, and support promptly to maintain efficient workflowMonitors the patient's condition during surgery, documenting significant changes and notifying the surgeonHandles surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their proper use, sterilization, and disposal according to facility protocolsManages specimen collection, labeling, and transport according to facility protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic resultsDocuments all aspects of patient care in the perioperative setting accurately and thoroughlyParticipates in patient handoff communication during pre- and post-operative phases, ensuring continuity of careAssists in cleaning and restocking the operating room between cases, adhering to infection control and turnover protocolsCollaborates with the surgical team to ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and standardsFollows hospital safety rules and procedures, including proper use of PPE and infection prevention measuresPerforms other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Required Essential Skills

Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skillsThe ability to read, write, and