Operating Room RN
Columbus, GA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse

Location: Columbus, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

• Patient population ranges from infants to geriatrics.
• Work in a Level 2 trauma operating room handling trauma cases such as gunshot wounds and car accidents.
• Exposure to a variety of surgical specialties including vascular cases (hybrid room with DaVinci robots), ENT, general surgery, orthopedic trauma, eye surgery, gynecology including gynecologic oncology.
• No open-heart surgery or organ transplant cases.
• Unit uses Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR systems.
• Average daily census: 32 patients across 10 rooms.
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:30 AM to 7:00 PM).
• Weekend schedule: Every third weekend.
• Floating within the facility as needed, within scope of practice.
• Call requirement: Approximately 7 days per month including holidays; weekend call is 24 hours.
• Holiday work expectations depend on number of major holidays during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day).

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Georgia
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, with OR experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background check completed within 30 days prior to start, including national and county criminal searches, sex offender registry, and education verification.
• Education verification of nursing degree required; can be pending at start with proof of processing (due within 30 days post start).
• Annual NURSYS license verification within 30 days prior to start.
• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start.
• Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSpot) within 12 months or chest X-ray if previously positive. TB questionnaire required annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity:

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster plan if needed.
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster plan if needed.
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination.
  • Flu vaccine or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31).
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days prior to start; instant drug screen acceptable.
• Must review and sign facility-specific Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance policies prior to start.

Orientation and Onboarding

• Maximum Return to Orientation (RTO) time: 7 days.
• Orientation hours are non-billable and vary based on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment).
• Full compliance with all documentation and credentialing required to start on time; delays may result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation scheduling.

Additional Notes

• Locals are accepted at the same rate.
• References: Two clinical references required by the staffing agency (not required by client).
• Work history verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof of processing (due within 30 days post start).
• Skills checklist updated within the last 12 months required.

This position offers a dynamic OR environment with diverse surgical cases and trauma exposure, ideal for experienced RNs seeking a travel contract in Georgia.