OR RN - Orthopedic Surgery
Franklin, WI
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: RN Surgery

Location: Franklin, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (approximately 13 weeks)

Schedule & Work Details

• Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM with variable start times
• On-call required based on department needs: approximately 1-2 times during weekday evenings and every 3rd weekend
• Holiday coverage rotates with regular staff
• May need to float onsite within skill set or to nearby sites within 40 miles

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
• Prior completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Orthopedic surgery experience with strong orthopedic skills
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Onboarding & Compliance Requirements

Candidates must provide and maintain the following:

Professional Credentials

• Current RN license and primary source verification within 30 days prior to start
• Resume/Profile and at least two professional references
• Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others as required
• Employment verification for the past seven years
• Signed assignment agreement and confirmation of assignment documents

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Proof of two MMR vaccines or positive immunity titer (no declinations accepted)
• Proof of two Varicella vaccines or immunity verification (no declinations accepted)
• Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination
• Influenza vaccine during flu season (October 1 through March 31); exemptions accepted with mask requirement
• Tdap vaccine valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted)
• Tuberculosis screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA test, chest X-ray if positive, and annual TB questionnaire
• Statement of good health or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
• Fit test for respiratory protection (3M 1860 Regular, 3M 1860 Small, or 3M 1870+), updated annually

Testing & Competency

• Specialty exam demonstrating competency in surgical nursing (minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years)
• Core competencies including HIPAA, Joint Commission, NPSG, OSHA topics (minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years)
• EKG exam with passing score of at least 80%, updated every 3 years
• Skills checklist completed within one year of start and updated annually
• Epic test-out and training checklist with signed attestation

Additional Requirements

• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter
• Color vision test completed prior to start and updated every 3 years
• Driver’s license or state ID (must be current and match address on file)
• Badge photo (forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no alterations)

Summary

This is a long-term surgical RN assignment requiring at least 2 years of OR experience with strong orthopedic skills and prior travel experience. The role involves variable shifts with on-call responsibilities and potential floating to nearby sites. Candidates must be proficient with EPIC and hold current BLS and ACLS certifications. Comprehensive onboarding and health compliance documentation are mandatory.