Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $1,786 per week in Lexington, VA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Lexington
Posted on: February 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room Location: Lexington, VA
Agency: Magnet Medical Pay: $1,786 per week Shift Information: Days
- 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date:
2/16/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with
Magnet Medical to find a qualified OR RN in Lexington, Virginia,
24450! 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 A diverse range of assignments on your
resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience.
This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job
opportunities and career advancement. 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.
Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the
uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure
and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension
to your career. Interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds
enhances your cultural sensitivity. This is crucial in providing
patient-centered care and fostering positive patient experiences.
Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a
resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and
healthcare settings. Employers value the adaptability and
resilience gained through travel nursing. 29282571EXPTEMP
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