Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,796 per week in Sandy Springs, GA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,796 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Registered Nurse - Pre-Surgical Assessment

Job Summary

Join a dedicated team as a Registered Nurse specializing in Pre-Surgical Assessment at an outpatient clinic in Sandy Springs, Georgia. This role focuses on preparing patients for various surgical procedures by conducting thorough pre-operative evaluations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and readiness for surgery.

You will be responsible for comprehensive patient assessments, education, and coordination of care within a fast-paced clinical environment. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with surgical teams, providing essential support to patients and their families prior to their procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative health assessments, including medical history review, medication reconciliation, and allergy verification.
• Perform physical assessments and interpret diagnostic test results relevant to surgical clearance.
• Educate patients and their families on pre-operative instructions, post-operative expectations, and potential risks or complications.
• Identify and escalate any potential patient safety concerns or contraindications for surgery to the appropriate medical staff.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient preparation.
• Accurately document all patient assessments, interventions, and communications in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Provide compassionate and patient-centered care, addressing patient questions and anxieties.

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in pre-surgical assessment, PACU, critical care, or a related acute care setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and counsel patients effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic clinical environment.

Shift Details

• Hours: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
• Days: Monday - Friday
• Call Requirements: None
• Weekend Rotation: None
• Holiday Requirements: None
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift Duration: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week
• Assignment Dates: July 20, 2026 - October 17, 2026

Licensing Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.