Job Description

ProKatchers is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Bronx, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

• Operating Room nurse provide 1:1 patient care to patients before, during, and after surgery for cases including, but not limited to: General surgery, Orthopedics, Vascular, ENT, Ophthalmology, Urology, Endoscopy, GYN.


• Provide direct patient care to neonate through geriatric patient populations.


• Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and side effects.


• Demonstrates knowledge of arterial lines, Swan-Ganz, spinal and epidural catheters and how to document appropriately.


• Performs Pre-op and Post-op patient care addressing the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment plan of care.


• Demonstrates appropriate priority development in performing circulating duties including emergency situations.


• Properly opens sterile items and transfers them correctly to sterile field


• Correctly pours sterile solutions to the sterile field ensuring all medication/solutions are labeled.


• Performs and documents all surgical counts as per standards and procedures.


• Oversees the flash sterilization of items insuring sterility with the process parameters, documentation, and transfer of those items to the sterile field.


• Properly handles, documents, and labels all surgical specimens and cultures.


• Demonstrates proper ordering, handling, and administration of blood products and blood work.


• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to safely operate mechanical, electrical, and powered equipment according to manufacturer‘s instructions.


• Communicates with Surgeon and Anesthesiologist continuously and as needed about patient condition.


• Follows and maintains surgical standards, universal precautions, and departmental procedures for pre-op, intra-op, and post-op patient care.

Education & Experience

• Two year or more of OR experience preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York


• Basic Life Support Certification


• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

ProKatchers Job ID #751992. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN OR

About ProKatchers

ProKatchers LLC is a leading force in US Healthcare Staffing, connecting top-tier professionals with healthcare institutions. Committed to excellence and client satisfaction, we specialize in providing innovative workforce solutions, ensuring organizations thrive in the dynamic healthcare landscape. With a focus on building enduring relationships, we match qualified candidates to opportunities where they can make a significant impact. Our streamlined recruitment processes and cutting-edge technology set us apart, making ProKatchers LLC your trusted partner for reliable, personalized, and efficient healthcare staffing solutions. Your success is our priority.

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