Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room in Sierra Vista, AZ

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Sierra Vista
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room Location: Sierra Vista, AZ Agency: Ambition 24Hours Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 7 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Ambition 24Hours to find a qualified OR RN in Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635! Job Title: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) Junior Level Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Department: Operating Room / Surgery Job Type: Full-time Level: Junior (1 2 years experience) Position overview The Operating Room Registered Nurse Junior Level provides perioperative nursing care as part of the surgical team, supporting safe, efficient procedures and high-quality patient outcomes before, during, and after surgery. This role is ideal for early-career OR nurses with 1 2 years of experience who want to further develop circulating and scrub skills in a collaborative environment. Key responsibilities Assist with preoperative preparation by reviewing charts, verifying consents, and ensuring required equipment and supplies are available. Function primarily as a circulating nurse, maintaining a safe environment, managing documentation, and coordinating the needs of the surgical team. Support scrub role as trained and assigned, including maintaining sterile technique and assisting with instrument and supply management. Monitor and document patient status intraoperatively, including vital signs, positioning, skin integrity, and response to anesthesia and interventions. Participate in surgical counts with the surgical technologist to ensure accurate sponge, needle, and instrument reconciliation. Adhere to infection control, safety, and OR protocols, ensuring the operating room remains clean and properly prepared. Provide postoperative handoff reports to PACU staff and support continuity of care with clear, concise communication. Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and perioperative staff to promote patient-centered, efficient care. Required qualifications Associate s Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Current Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) license, or compact license with Arizona eligibility. 1 2 years of RN experience; prior operating room or perioperative experience strongly preferred (new-ish OR RNs encouraged to apply). Current BLS certification; ACLS preferred per facility policy. Foundational knowledge of perioperative nursing, sterile technique, and OR safety practices. Effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills with a willingness to learn and grow in the OR environment. Core competencies Perioperative patient assessment and advocacy from pre-op through post-op handoff. Understanding of circulating and basic scrub responsibilities, including sterile and aseptic technique. Strong attention to detail, safety, and infection prevention in the OR. Teamwork, collaboration, and communication within a multidisciplinary surgical team. Time management, prioritization, and adaptability in a fast-paced surgical setting. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services. Working with diverse patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence. Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in providing compassionate patient care. 29340817EXPTEMP

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