Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,520 per week in Milwaukee, WI

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: March 15, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room Location: Milwaukee, WI Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,520 per week Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours Contract Duration: 12 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified OR RN in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53215! Job Title: Surgical Assistant Profession: Nursing Specialty: RN Duration: 12 months Shift: 10-hour Day Shift Hours per Shift: 40 Experience: Minimum 2 years CVOR experience License: Registered Nurse Certifications: BLS, Graduation from accredited school (required); CSFA (preferred) Must-Have: Strong CVOR background is needed across all specialties. Ability to work independently with minimal guidance. Description: CVOR/Surgical Assistant (not a surgical tech) position available. This role involves working in a Level III Trauma Center with Magnet Designation and is a Comprehensive Stroke Center. The facility consists of 938 beds. On average, 10 cases are performed daily. Patient types include cardio and thoracic surgeries such as CABG, TAVR, valve replacements, and robotic thoracic cases including lobectomy and hernia repair. Additional cases include generator exchanges, lead extractions, heart transplants, and fem-pop bypass surgeries. The surgical team consists of two RNs per case: a Circulator and a Med RN. Patient ratios are 1:1. Experience in a fast-paced environment is required. Support on the unit includes a department supervisor, manager, and team lead, all available without case assignments. Anesthesia support is available 24/7. Surgical assistants will lead in instrumentation and preference cards. The charting system used is EPIC, which is required. Anesthesia techs may float between CVOR, Main OR, and Cath Lab. Scheduling includes start times for tech/SAs from 0530-0630. Weekend rotation involves on-call only, with details provided later. Holidays are on-call only, as needed. All staff, including travelers, adhere to a fatigue policy that prohibits working more than 60 hours in a week or five consecutive 12-hour shifts. Scrub color will be provided. Required documentation includes pain level assessment before and after administration of pain medications. The pain score must align with medication orders, necessitating additional orders for higher pain scores if needed. On-site amenities include a cafeteria and coffee shop for staff. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need. Travel nursing encourages self-reliance and independence. Managing your assignments, travel logistics, and personal well-being in new locations enhances your ability to thrive in diverse circumstances. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29499967EXPTEMP

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