OR Circulator & PACU Registered Nurse (RN) with $7500 Bonus

Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) – OR Circulator & PACU
Location: Clarkston, WA 
Job Type: Travel Contract   
Duration: 13 weeks  
Shift: 3x12s Nights 
Pay: $2352.60/week 
Completion Bonus: Up to $7,500 total. (You will receive $2,500 after the successful completion of each of your first 3 contracts with us)

Job Description:  

We are seeking a highly skilled and flexible Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) capable of excelling in both the Operating Room (OR) as a Circulator and in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). This crucial position ensures the continuity of care for surgical patients through the high-acuity phases of the perioperative experience. The ideal candidate must possess strong critical care skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage patient stability across different, high-stress procedural environments.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Manage the OR environment, ensuring sterility, proper equipment function, and accurate documentation. Act as the patient's advocate during surgery, monitor physiological status, and coordinate communication among the surgical team.


• Provide immediate, intensive post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia. Monitor for potential complications (e.g., respiratory depression, hemorrhage, unstable vital signs), manage pain, and facilitate the patient's safe transition to the next level of care.


• Proficiently perform rapid patient assessment, administer and titrate pain and cardiac medications, manage airways, and handle emergency interventions in both the OR and PACU settings.


• Coordinate patient care effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and floor nurses to ensure a seamless and safe handoff.

Qualifications:  

• Active RN license in Washington.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.


• Minimum of 1-2 years of recent, specialized experience in either the OR (Circulating) or PACU. Experience in both areas is strongly preferred.


• COVID vaccine and recent TB test may be 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 personalized career 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 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 that are required of the employee for this job. 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 regards 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.