Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,646 per week in Wheeling, WV
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Wheeling
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room Location: Wheeling, WV
Agency: Magnet Medical Pay: $2,646 per week Shift Information: Days
- 4 days x 10 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP
About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Magnet Medical
to find a qualified OR RN in Wheeling, West Virginia, 26003! 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 Confront diverse medical cases that
challenge and expand your skill set. Each assignment becomes a
learning opportunity, contributing significantly to your
professional growth and expertise. 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 often
play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural
disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a
meaningful impact on communities in need. Travel nursing encourages
self-reliance and independence. Managing your assignments, travel
logistics, and personal well-being in new locations enhances your
ability to thrive in diverse circumstances. Travel nursing is a
fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth,
personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places
makes it a unique and rewarding career choice. Requirements
Required for Onboarding BLS Competency Exam Preioperative -
Circulate Preioperative - Scrub 29146841EXPTEMP
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