Operating Room RN
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (8 hours/day, 40 hours/week)
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Operating Room position with late call coverage required.
• Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience required.
• Local travelers within 100 miles are not accepted.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky.
• Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room (OR) nursing experience, with OR experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Comprehensive background checks including county criminal, national criminal, sex offender, FACIS III, education verification, and others must be current and updated annually.
• Employment verification covering the last 7 years required, with no unexplained gaps longer than 30 days.
• Two supervisor references verified within 6 months of start, preferably from direct supervisors.
• Completion of facility-specific documents such as confidentiality agreements, acceptable use policies, and electronic communications policies prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must initiate background checks within 48 hours of contract signing if prior checks do not meet requirements.
• All certifications, competencies, and health documents must remain valid throughout the contract; renewal plans must be in place if expiration occurs during assignment.
• Failure to pass required exams or meet compliance standards may result in cancellation of the assignment.
• This position requires flexibility for late call coverage during the scheduled shift.

This summary includes all critical information relevant to healthcare recruiters and healthcare professionals considering this Operating Room RN travel contract opportunity.