Pediatric OR Registered Nurse
Orange, California
Children's Hospital of Orange County

Pediatric OR Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - California, Orange

Position Overview

• Role: Pediatric Operating Room Registered Nurse
• Setting: Inpatient and outpatient pediatric patients (adults on rare occasions)
• Environment: Fast-paced procedure center with minor surgical cases including ENT, Plastics, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Urology, Dentistry, Oncology
• Schedule Options:

  • 4x10 hour shifts (6:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
  • 5x8 hour shifts with variable start times between 6:00 AM and 4:30 PM
• Call Requirement: Yes, 5 weekdays and 2 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Weekend Coverage: Required
• Documentation System: Surginet (Cerner)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience in general surgery or related specialties (acute or outpatient experience accepted if majority specialty experience is met)
• EMR experience required and must be verified
• Strong skills in fast-paced environments
• Candidate should have experience in the majority of the listed specialties
• Willingness to train in endoscopy if needed

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Licensure

• Valid Registered Nurse license for California (paperless system; no physical copy required)

Additional Requirements

• Prior travel experience: Not accepted for first-time travelers (first timers not accepted)
• Call and weekend shifts required; no float requirement
• Must complete pre-start orientation modules and facility-specific onboarding
• Must comply with facility dress code and fingernail hygiene policy (no artificial nails, natural nails ≤ ¼ inch, fresh chip-free polish)
• Must complete required health screenings and immunizations (see Health Requirements)

Health Requirements

• Negative TB test (IGRA or 2-step PPD within 60 days of start) or valid documentation for past positive with clear chest X-ray
• Tdap vaccine required (TD or Dtap not acceptable)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug test within 60 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted)
• Mask fit testing required prior to start (specific mask types accepted)
• Visual acuity exam and color blind exam required (in-person only)
• COVID vaccines preferred but not mandatory

Onboarding & Documentation

• Proof of eligibility for employment (I9)
• Valid photo ID (driver’s license or passport)
• Background checks including criminal, education verification, and federal exclusions within 60 days of start
• Verification of highest applicable degree or diploma
• References: 2 supervisor references required (charge RN or floor supervisor acceptable)
• Work history verification: Minimum 2 previous employers, up to 7 years of relevant experience, must be complete prior to start
• Unit-specific skills checklist signed and dated
• Completion of facility-specific orientation checklists and acknowledgments (e.g., HIPAA, safety manual, non-disclosure agreement, standards of conduct, mission/vision/values)
• Pyxis access request form completion prior to start
• Radiation badge required for this unit; new badges supplied by client

Orientation & Training

• Online modules assigned prior to orientation; must be completed by specified deadlines before starting clinical work
• Orientation includes virtual and in-person components; candidates must be local or able to report to campus for unit orientation
• Additional NICU education acknowledgments required if applicable

Requirements / Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Current PALS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Minimum 2 years of acute care or outpatient experience
• Experience in general surgery and the following pediatric surgical specialties:

  • ENT Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmology
  • Urology
  • Oncology