Operating Room Registered Nurse
York, PA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: York, Pennsylvania
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Position in Pre-Screen Unit; clinical fit determined by clinical review and manager interview.
• Must be able to function independently in multiple specialties including Robotics, Orthopedics, General Surgery, GYN, Urology, Bariatrics, ENT, Plastics, Vascular, Thoracic (excluding cardiac/open heart), and Trauma.
• Level I Trauma experience required; minimum Level II trauma experience (>1 year) mandatory.
• Prior travel experience required.
• Must be proficient with the DaVinci Xi robot; familiarity with DV5 DaVinci robot is a plus. Other robotic experience (ortho/neuro) not applicable.
• Prefer RNs who can scrub and circulate.
• May care for COVID patients.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.

Work Schedule & Call Requirements

• 2-3 calls within a 6-week matrix with a 30-minute response time.
• Return to Office (RTO) maximum 7 days.
• 3-4 weekend shifts within a 6-week matrix; weekends can be day, evening, or night shifts.
• Holidays as needed (any shift).
• Floating as needed.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience.
• Level I trauma experience required; must have at least Level II trauma experience (>1 year).
• Prior travel experience required (must have completed at least one prior travel contract).

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (AHA or ARC)
• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• PALS (if applicable)
• NRP (if applicable)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) (if applicable)
• State License primary source verification required.
• NURSYS verification required for RN license.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (pass/fail) required for all RNs except OR and Home Health.
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing required for all RNs except OR and Home Health.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start.
• Pennsylvania FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; can start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days.
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Search (Childline) required within 5 years; can start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days.
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search required within 1 year of start; must be finalized prior to start (cannot start with results pending).
• Education verification of highest degree required.
• 2 professional references within 3 years required.
• Most recent resume/application required.
• Annual skills checklist required.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years of start.
• Negative QGold or TSpot TB test within 90 days of start (PPD not accepted). For positive TB, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire required.
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; if negative/equivocal titers, boosters required per facility policy. Exemptions require approval.
• Hepatitis B: Positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) required plus declination form if applicable.
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if negative/equivocal titers. Exemptions require approval.
• Flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption required during flu season; declinations not accepted.
• COVID-19 vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption or declination accepted.
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 1 year (Aya requirement only; not required by facility).
• Respiratory safety clearance required within 1 year and renewed annually.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Clear, professional passport-style photo for badge.
• Completion and signing of facility-specific documents including:

  • Medical Statement Non-Employee Ability to Work
  • Commitment to Health & Wellness
  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Non-Employee Affidavit
  • I9 Attestation and Documentation Attestation (agency completed)
  • Hepatitis B Declination form (if applicable)
  • Safety and Security Vehicle Registration (if applicable)
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules prior to start (PC/laptop only; no cell phones).
• New Hire Orientation required by end of first day.

Summary

This is a 13-week travel/contract Registered Nurse position in York, PA requiring a minimum of 3 years nursing experience with Level I trauma experience and prior travel experience. The role demands proficiency in multiple surgical specialties and robotic systems, with specific call and weekend shift requirements. Extensive background checks, health screenings, certifications, and facility-specific compliance documents are mandatory.