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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

Join a Level 1 Trauma 18-bed Operating Room team providing care during a variety of surgical procedures including General, Robotic, Laparoscopic, Trauma, Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Spine, Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics, Burns, Urology, GYN, and Transplant surgeries.

Work Schedule

Variable shifts: days/evenings, 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts
Call required Monday-Friday 9:00 PM - 6:30 AM
Weekend and holiday coverage may be required based on unit needs

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care during surgical procedures
Circulate with focus on Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Spine, and General Surgery cases
Collaborate closely with the surgical team
Maintain patient records in EPIC

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
Experience in an Acute Care setting
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Preferred Experience

Experience in ENT, Genitourinary (GU), Plastics, and Burns cases

Certifications & Competencies

BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA provider or instructor level
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on unit
Unit-specific competency exams including Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (annual renewal required)
Medication/Pharmacology competency exam prior to start
Other certifications may be required based on unit assignment

Background & Compliance Requirements

7-year criminal background check including FBI and BCI fingerprinting (must be completed within 1 year of start)
Education accreditation verification from an accredited nursing program (CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA)
Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug test within 3 months of start (no pending results allowed)
Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and freedom from contagious disease
Immunizations and health documentation including:
- Tdap vaccine (adult dose)
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titers
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer
- Hepatitis B titer or vaccine series (declination acceptable)
- Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
Annual review and acknowledgment of dress code, hand hygiene, ethics, and compliance policies
Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training certificate (updated annually)
References: 2 professional references required, including at least one from a manager or formal leadership role

Additional Notes

Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
Fingerprinting must be done using specific state codes and is time-sensitive
Candidates must complete all required competency exams and certifications prior to or shortly after start
Some certifications and compliance documents have specific expiration and renewal requirements
Call and weekend coverage are mandatory components of the role

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity, trauma-focused operating room environment with a diverse surgical case mix. It is ideal for experienced OR nurses seeking a travel contract in Ohio.

Columbus, OH

About

Columbus, Ohio, is a midwestern city best known for its diverse food scene, lively arts and culture and friendly Midwestern hospitality. The city has something to offer everyone, from the world-renowned Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to the interactive COSI science museum and research center. Columbus has an auspicious food scene, with excellent local restaurants like The Guild House and Wolf's Ridge Brewing. It’s also home to three professional sports teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL), the Columbus Crew (MLS) and the Columbus Clippers (MiLB). The Downtown Arena District hosts these teams at the Nationwide Arena, Huntington Park and the Great American Ball Park. Columbus also lays claim to Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the United States.

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