Operating Room Registered Nurse - Orthopedics
Rancho Mirage, California
Eisenhower Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Rancho Mirage, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule: Four 10-hour day shifts per week (typically 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM), Monday through Friday
• No weekends or holidays required
• Variable start times based on surgical case load; shifts flex with surgeon schedule
• Outpatient orthopedic surgery center covering patients aged 2 to 100 years
• Patient population includes sports injuries, upper/lower extremity, foot & ankle, physiatry, joints, and pediatric orthopedics
• May float to Same Day Surgery, Pain Management, and Main Operating Room within the same specialty
• Average daily census: ~30 patients
• Unit includes 2 ORs and 8 pre-op/PACU beds; staffing shared with Pain Management
• EPIC electronic health record proficiency required
• Scrubs provided

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license in California
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience in orthopedic surgery
• Completion of at least one prior travel assignment
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS issued by the American Heart Association
• Harassment Prevention Training completed
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system

Certifications & Competencies

• Pass/fail EKG rhythm interpretation exam onsite during orientation (2 attempts allowed; remediation required if first attempt fails)
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required
• Unit-specific and age-specific competency exams required upon hire and annually thereafter
• Harassment prevention training certificate required (including subcontractors)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification may be required or completed onsite if not held prior to start
• Additional facility-specific certifications and training modules must be completed prior to or during orientation

Health & Safety Requirements

• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (no onsite testing)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, documenting good physical and mental health, signed by MD, DO, NP, or PA
• Fit testing required prior to start for approved mask types; PAPR use only for approved medical or religious exemptions
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 1 year or clear chest x-ray if positive TB test
• Immunity or vaccination documentation required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (immunity, vaccination series, or signed declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required annually

Orientation & Facility Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific NetLearning modules prior to start (4-8 hours depending on position)
• Signing of multiple facility agreements and policies prior to start, including:

  • Commitment to Compliance
  • Abuse Reporting
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • End of Life Option
  • Nursing Staffing Form (RNs only)
  • Mobile Heartbeat Guidelines
  • Policies Packet (includes HIPAA, Dress Code, Sexual Harassment, Code of Conduct)
  • Tobacco-Free Policy
  • Attendance, Punctuality, and Call-Off Policy
  • Hand Hygiene Policy
  • Social Media Policy
  • Pressure Injuries Assessment and Management Policy (for RNs)
• Completion of EKG attestation and study guide prior to onsite EKG exam
• Completion of Epic Training Acknowledgement form prior to start
• Orientation agenda and acknowledgement forms must be signed by applicable specialties

Additional Notes

• No time off requests can be accommodated during the contract
• Emergency response requires calling 911
• Candidate may be floated to other surgical units within the same specialty
• Background check required within 30 days of start, including multi-state and international searches if applicable
• Annual performance and internal evaluations required if employed more than 1 year with the agency
• Returning candidates with a break of 30+ days must retake mandatory modules and onsite EKG exam
• Scrub experience and certification requirements apply specifically to RNFAs

This position is ideal for experienced orthopedic RNs with prior travel contract experience who are proficient in EPIC and hold current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications. The role offers a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends or holidays, working in a specialized outpatient orthopedic surgery environment with opportunities to float within related surgical units.