OR RN
Augusta, GA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,036/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration8 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
Operating Room Nurse
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Assignment Details
- Travel/contract role
- 8-week assignment
- Day shift, 4x10 hours
- 40 hours per week
- Adults to geriatrics patient population
- Main operating room setting
- 16 rooms with average daily census of 35
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Georgia
- OR - Operating Room (1 year of experience)
- OR - Operating Room experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Schedule and Work Expectations
- 2–3 weekends per 8-week schedule
- 7–8 call shifts per 8-week schedule, including 1 weekend call and 2–3 weekday night call shifts
- May be required to work major holidays during the assignment period
- Floating is rare but may occur within facility scope of practice
- Maximum 7 days of requested time off
- Spring Break blackout dates: April 4–12
Skills and Clinical Experience
- General, neuro, spine, ortho, robotics, urology, vascular, and colorectal cases
Compliance and Start Requirements
- Full compliance is required to start on time
- Background check must be complete before start
- Photo ID required
- Education verification required
- Skills checklist required within 12 months and updated annually
- Work history verification required
- 2 clinical references required
- Physical exam required within 12 months of start
- TB questionnaire required for all candidates
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray required within 12 months of start
- Drug screen required within 60 days of start
- Flu vaccine or declination required
- Tdap is highly recommended but not required
Additional Notes
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Local candidates are accepted
- Scrub color is provided by the facility
- Non-billable orientation hours depend on contract length
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Great pay and assignment!
Cons
None
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About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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