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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.