Outpatient Surgery RN
Orange, California
Children's Hospital of Orange County

Registered Nurse – Outpatient Surgery (Travel/Contract)

Location: Orange, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 4x10 hours (6:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 40

Job Summary

• Work in a fast-paced procedure center caring primarily for pediatric inpatients and outpatients, with occasional adult patients.
• Minor surgical cases include ENT, plastics, general surgery, ophthalmology, urology, dentistry, and oncology.
• General surgery experience is required.
• EMR experience is required (documentation system: SurgiNet/Cerner).
• Endoscopy experience is a plus; training available if needed.
• Call required: 5 weekdays and 2 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule.
• Weekend coverage required.
• No floating required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California.
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, with OR experience within the last year.
• Experience in an outpatient setting.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid photo ID (driver’s license or passport) with front and back copies, presented upon arrival.
• Criminal background check within 60 days of start, including SSN trace, education verification, and national databases.
• SAM/EPLS and HHS/OIG checks within 60 days of start.
• Verification of highest applicable degree or diploma required.
• Drug screen: Negative 9-panel test within 60 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted).
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tdap vaccine (TD or Dtap not acceptable)
  • Negative TB test (IGRA or 2-step PPD within 60 days) or chest X-ray if positive history
  • Annual TB questionnaire
  • Measles, mumps, rubella, varicella immunity (positive titer or vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B immunity or declination
• Mask fit testing required prior to start (cannot be completed onsite). Acceptable masks include 9205+, 3M 8210, 8110s, and 1804.
• Physical exam within 1 year (Aya standard).
• Eye exam (in-person visual acuity) required prior to start.
• Color blind exam (Ishihara test) required prior to start.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• COVID vaccines preferred but not required.

Orientation & Facility Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to starting clinical work (approximately 6-8 hours). Modules assigned by Friday before orientation week and must be completed by Thursday at 5 PM.
• Facility orientation includes virtual and in-person components; candidates must be local or able to report to campus.
• Badge photo required (professional image with solid background).
• Completion and signing of facility-specific documents including:

  • Job description acknowledgment
  • Non-disclosure agreement
  • Safety manual and HIPAA acknowledgment
  • Dress code acknowledgment (no artificial nails allowed; natural nails must be ≤ ¼ inch)
  • Mission, vision, and values acknowledgment
  • Standards of conduct packet
  • AIDET acknowledgment
• Pyxis access form must be completed prior to start.
• TB screening form required if positive TB history.
• Medication and pediatric competency exams required.
• References: Two supervisor references required (charge RN or floor supervisor acceptable). May be pending at start if necessary.
• Work history verification of at least 2 previous employers covering up to 7 years of relevant experience required prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Radiation badge required for Procedure Center staff; new badges provided by facility, not by agency.
• Call schedule includes 5 weekdays and 2 weekend shifts every 6 weeks.
• No floating to other units required.
• Candidate should have majority of specialty experience listed; willingness to train in endoscopy is a plus.

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric RNs with strong general surgery and minor procedure experience who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are able to commit to a 13-week travel contract with call and weekend coverage.