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Job Opportunity: RN - Operating Room (OR)

Location: Lafayette, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

Specialty: Operating Room (OR)
Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (4 days per week, 10-hour shifts, Monday-Friday with varying day off)
Weekend Hours: On-call shifts only
Call Requirements: Weekday and weekend call required
Unit Beds: 10 Operating Rooms
EMR System: EPIC
Equipment: Variety of OR equipment

Requirements

Years of Experience: Minimum 3 years in specialty (Operating Room)
Required Certifications:
- Registered Nurse License
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
Preferred Experience:
- Robotics training
- Vascular/Open Heart experience (not required but preferred)
Personality Fit:
- Positive attitude
- Self-starter
- Able to adapt and anticipate needs

Patient Population

General Surgery
Orthopedic
Spine
Neurosurgery
Gynecology (GYN)
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT)
Robotics
Urology
Podiatry
Vascular
Open Heart

Additional Information

Float Requirements: None
Dress Code: Surgery scrubs provided

Prior Travel Experience

No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

Facility

Franciscan Health Lafayette East

4.2rating(20 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Franciscan Health Lafayette East

5.0rating

Pros

Hospital is friendly, progressive in a newer facility. Respiratory department is run well.

Cons

None

Holly P

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Allied Health Professional)

Jul '24 - Oct '24

Review of Franciscan Health Lafayette East on Sep 4, 2025

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1:4 Patient ratioVerified by 15 Vivian users
Short Term Acute Care
187 beds

ADDRESS1701 South Creasy LaneLafayette, IN 47905

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About Lafayette, IN

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Lafayette, IN here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lafayette's cost of living is 11% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 84°F, while winter lows can drop to around 18°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are available in Lafayette and can be found with relative ease, especially near the university campus.

Transportation

Lafayette is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited, but the city is walkable and bike-friendly.

Demographics

Lafayette has a diverse population due to the presence of Purdue University.
The age range is varied, with a significant student population.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Lafayette offers a variety of restaurants, unique shops, and public art in the downtown area.
There are opportunities for outdoor activities in the city's parks, including the Celery Bog wetlands and Wolf Park.
The city also hosts cultural events, music festivals, and sports activities.

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