Operating Room Registered Nurse – Orthopedic & Vascular
Battle Creek, MI
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Battle Creek, Michigan
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Schedule Options:

  • 3x12 hour shifts (9:00 AM - 9:30 PM)
  • 4x10 hour shifts (11:00 AM - 9:30 PM)
• Call Requirements:

  • 3 overnight shifts per month
  • 1 weekend 12-hour call shift per month (30-minute call window)
• Weekend Requirement: 1 weekend 12-hour call shift per month
• Float Requirement: None

Experience Requirements

• Years of Experience: 3 years (highest required)
• Specialty Experience:

  • Orthopedics
  • Vascular (specifically abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, endovascular, and carotid endarterectomy)
  • DaVinci Xi Robotic experience (general, gynecology, and urology)
  • Gynecology and urology experience
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Licenses & Certifications

• Michigan Nursing License (required)
• BLS (AHA) required
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, ENPC, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI as applicable based on unit
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required for ER positions at this location

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• I-9 and E-Verify documentation
• Government-issued photo ID
• Criminal background check within 45 days of start (lifetime search including SSN trace, national/statewide criminal, sex offender, education verification, MVR)
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
• Michigan LARA fingerprinting within 45 days of start (for applicable positions)
• Education verification (copy of highest degree or diploma)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Drug testing: 10-panel including Marijuana/THC within 45 days of start
• Immunizations:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (must include pertussis)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 45 days of start
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for candidates starting after November 1
• References: One professional reference from a supervisor or manager required
• Complete employment application/resume with full 7 years work history, no gaps

Additional Notes

• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement required
• Code of Conduct and Appearance Standards Policy must be reviewed and acknowledged prior to start
• Fit testing required onsite for certain roles; appointment must be scheduled and documented
• Central Registry Clearance required for pediatric, RRT, L&D, and certain other specialty placements
• Medication and competency exams must be completed within 1 year prior to assignment start with passing scores

This position offers a specialized orthopedic and vascular nursing opportunity with advanced robotic surgery experience preferred, requiring a solid clinical background and compliance with extensive credentialing and health documentation standards.