Neuro OR Registered Nurse
York, Pennsylvania
WellSpan York Hospital

Operating Room Registered Nurse - Pennsylvania, York

Position Overview

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Neuro Operating Room)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Location: York, Pennsylvania
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, either 4x10 hours (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) or 3x12 hours (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Hours per week: 40
• Call Requirements:

  • 1-2 calls per week (Monday-Thursday), starting after shift until 7:00 AM next morning
  • 30-minute callback response time
  • 2 weekend call shifts every 6 weeks (call starts end of shift Friday through Monday 7:00 AM)
  • No scheduled weekend shifts, only call
  • Holidays: call only, as needed by department

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania
• Minimum 2 years of OR Circulate experience, with at least some experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience in neurology, trauma, and orthopedics
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Certifications & Licenses

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on unit
• Other certifications (e.g., TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification) may be required as applicable

Screening & Interview Process

• Clinical pre-screen to determine fit
• Manager interview required for final decision

Facility & Work Environment

• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility
• May care for COVID-19 patients
• No blocked scheduling allowed
• Floating not applicable

Onboarding & Compliance Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and Pennsylvania-specific checks (PATCH, Child Abuse Search, FBI Fingerprinting)
• Fingerprinting must be completed in Pennsylvania; results required within 45 days of assignment start
• Education verification of highest degree required
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 1 year (for agency use only)
• Physical exam required within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT
• Immunizations and health documents required with identifiers (Name, DOB, SSN):

  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or full vaccine series)
  • TDAP within 10 years
  • Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days; chest x-ray if positive
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: vaccines or positive titers required; boosters required if titers negative or equivocal
  • Flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption required during flu season
  • COVID-19 vaccine or exemption/declination accepted
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually
• Professional references: 2 within last 3 years
• Skills checklist required annually
• Photo for badge: passport-style, clear, professional
• Completion of facility-specific documents including code of conduct, confidentiality agreement, and health & wellness commitment
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules on PC/laptop prior to start
• New hire orientation required by end of first day

Response Time & Start

• Return to Office (RTO) maximum 7 days

This summary includes all relevant details for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this neuro operating room RN travel contract position in York, Pennsylvania.