Travel Nurse RN - Preoperative

Job Overview

Fusion Medical Staffing‑Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Preoperative for a 13‑week assignment in Hermiston, OR. The role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

• Specialty:
  Preoperative
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Assesses patients pre‑operatively, including reviewing medical history, performing physical examinations, and identifying potential risks
• Prepares patients for surgery, including educating them about procedures and post‑operative care
• Receives and conducts comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assesses their post‑anesthesia condition
• Monitors patients post‑operatively for complications and manages pain and recovery
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques
• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients in the perioperative setting
• Observes and documents patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and responses to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions
• Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal, assesses patient condition and responds appropriately
• Responds promptly to emergency situations utilizing pre/post‑op nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• Accurately documents patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in medical records
• Develops and delivers individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
• Collaborates with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive pre and post‑operative care
• Participates in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between units and departments
• Operates and monitors pre and post‑op‑specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adheres to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

• One year of recent experience as a Pre/Post‑Op RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification

• ACLS Certifications
• PALS certification
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities – Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50‑100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending
• Interpersonal Skills – Present a positive attitude and professionalism while working with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary)
• Technical/Motor Skills – Grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and ability to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
• Mental Requirements – Coping with frequent contact with the general public, customers, meeting deadlines under pressure, working under close supervision occasionally or independently, managing irregular activities and maintaining concentration to detail
• Sensory – Visual acuity, effective communication

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we’re always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards,…