Operating Room RN
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
The Good Samaritan Hospital

Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse

Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work 10-hour shifts with varying start times between 06:45-17:15 or 08:45-19:15.
• Position is in the Operating Room with a comprehensive range of surgical services including:

  • Gynecology, Urogynecology, Gynecology Oncology
  • Podiatry, Orthopedics, Breast Surgery, Plastic Surgery
  • General Surgery, Urology, Robotics, Endoscopy
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery
• Patient population ranges from pediatric to geriatric.
• May care for COVID-19 patients.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.

Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Operating Room)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (highest required)
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
  • EPIC experience required
• Call Requirements:

  • Call every 6 or 7 weeks
  • Weekend call from Friday 7:00 PM to Sunday 7:00 PM
  • One weeknight call per week from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Weekend/Holiday: As needed
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

Required Licenses

• Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Pennsylvania.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year criminal background, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and Pennsylvania-specific PATCH search.
• PA FBI Fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days.
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance required within 5 years; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days.
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts.
• Professional references: 2 required within 3 years.
• Recent resume or employment application.
• Annual skills checklist.
• Performance evaluations completed onsite during assignment.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or full vaccine series) plus declination form if applicable
  • TDAP vaccine within 10 years
  • Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days; chest X-ray if positive
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption required during flu season
  • COVID-19 vaccine, medical/religious exemption, or declination accepted
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 1 year (Aya requirement only)
• Respiratory safety clearance within 1 year, renewed annually

Additional Information

• Candidate must submit a clear, professional photo for badge.
• Must review and sign facility-specific documents including Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, Commitment to Health & Wellness, Non-Employee Affidavit, and others.
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules prior to or shortly after start date.
• New hire orientation required by end of first day.

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for an Operating Room Registered Nurse in Lebanon, PA. The role requires a minimum of 2 years nursing experience, BLS certification, and EPIC experience. The position involves varied surgical specialties and patient populations, with call and weekend requirements. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, and immunizations are mandatory. The facility maintains a tobacco and fragrance-free environment.