RN Operating Room (OR) (with $7,500 Completion Bonus)

Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR) Travel Position

Location: Arlington, WA
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Rotating (Days/Evenings as scheduled)
Pay: $2,724/week (plus $2,500 completion bonus per contract, up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Position Summary

ATC Healthcare is seeking a flexible and experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Arlington, Washington. This role involves floating between multiple surgical sites to provide perioperative support across pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-anesthesia recovery care.

The ideal candidate is a clinically skilled OR nurse with strong experience in pre-op and post-op care, able to adapt to various surgical environments while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe and comprehensive preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care for surgical patients.
• Prepare surgical suites by ensuring sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies are ready for each case.
• Serve as a circulating or scrub nurse during operative procedures as needed.
• Monitor patient condition throughout the perioperative period, identifying and responding to changes promptly.
• Support preoperative preparation, including patient education, IV initiation, and medication administration.
• Manage post-anesthesia recovery, assess pain levels, and ensure stable discharge or transfer to inpatient units.
• Maintain compliance with infection control, sterile technique, and facility protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists to optimize procedural flow.
• Float between designated surgical facilities as assigned to meet unit needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the facility's electronic medical record system.

Qualifications

• Active Washington RN license (required).
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of recent OR experience, including pre-op and post-op care (required).
• Required Certifications (AHA):
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and perioperative workflows.
• Excellent clinical assessment, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Ability to float between multiple facilities and adapt to diverse surgical teams.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (medical/religious exemptions and declinations allowed).
• Recent tuberculosis (TB) test required.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.