Travel Operating Room RN - $2,526 per week

Magnet Medical; Machias (ME); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Travel Nurse RN for the Operating Room in Machias, Maine. The role involves assessing patients preoperatively, assisting in surgical procedures, and advocating for patient safety. Responsibilities include documenting patient care and working closely with surgical teams. This is a travel position for 13 weeks with a schedule of 40 hours per week, requiring an active RN license and relevant operating room experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license required and experience in operating room nursing.
• Ability to assess patient conditions and respond to emergencies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with surgical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and assist in the operating room.
• Advocate for patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Document all procedures and communicate effectively with the surgical team.
• Monitor patients pre and post-operation, managing their recovery.

Skills

Patient assessment

Surgical assistance

Client advocacy

Documentation skills

Education

RN license

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Machias, Maine.

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

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.

Magnet Medical Job ID #35902596. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN - Operating Room