Operating Room RN
Hartford, CT
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,704/weekOverview
- Start Date07/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Hartford, Connecticut
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 06:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Job Summary
Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Operating Room specialty. This role involves providing direct patient care in a surgical setting.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Connecticut
- Minimum of 1 year of Operating Room (OR) experience, with OR experience within the last year
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Onboarding and Compliance Requirements
Candidates must complete and provide documentation for the following before starting:
Health and Immunization
- Fit Test
- COVID-19 Vaccine (including booster by Sept 2025) or approved declination/exemption (declination not accepted in CA or IL)
- MMR: Proof of 2 vaccinations or IgG titer lab report
- Hepatitis B: Must have started vaccination series prior to start (titers not accepted)
- Influenza Vaccine: Optional but recommended (declination accepted except in CA or IL)
- 2 Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with chest x-ray if positive (within 1 year for CT)
- Varicella: Proof of 1 vaccination or IgG titer lab report
- Physical/Health Statement: Exam within last year confirming fitness to work
- Tdap: Current vaccine or declination if no pediatric interaction
Drug Screening
- 10 Panel Drug Screen completed within 30 days of start (including specific substances; no THC) with MRO signature
Professional and Background Checks
- Criminal Background Check (Federal, Nationwide, County for last 7 years, including SSN verification; dated within 30 days)
- Education Verification (highest academic degree or diploma/GED)
- EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check within 30 days
- OIG (Office of Inspector General) exclusion check within 30 days
- NSO (National Sex Offender) check within 30 days
- OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions check within 30 days
Documentation and Forms
- Trinity Code of Conduct Form (signed)
- Trinity I9 Form (completed by agency)
- Confidentiality and Information Security Agreement (signed)
- Integrity and Audit Services Form (signed shortly before start)
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form (signed)
- System Access Form (completed and uploaded one week before start)
Competency and Skills
- Specialty Specific Competency Testing (exam completed within last year)
- Skills Checklist (provided by agency for clinical contractors)
- CORE Joint Commission Testing (completed within last year)
Additional Notes
- All required documents must be uploaded to the credentialing system prior to onboarding.
- License verification must be a scanned online verification dated within 30 days of start.
- Some forms require signatures on specific pages.
- Flu vaccine is optional but recommended; declination accepted except in CA or IL.
- Hepatitis B vaccination series must be in progress before start; titers are not accepted as proof.
This position is ideal for an experienced Operating Room RN who meets stringent credentialing and compliance standards and is available for a 13-week assignment in Hartford, CT.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Pros
Very Good Recruiter, i have used Vicky for 3 assignments and she is helpful, courteous and kind Will Culpepper travel nurse since 2020
Cons
None
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About Hartford, CT
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Hartford, CT here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hartford, CT, is slightly higher than the national average.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a comfortable standard of living for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 83°F, and the average low in winter is around 18°F, offering a true four-season experience.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hartford, CT, and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods.
- Hartford is car-friendly, with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail line connecting to nearby cities.
- Hartford has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to seasonal changes.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Hartford offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby areas.
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