Operating Room Circulator RN
Lafayette, Louisiana
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: RN Operating Room

Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Specialty: RN Surgery (Operating Room)

Job Description

• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts (06:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
• Rotating call required
• Role: OR Circulator RN proficient in orthopedic, neurological, robotics, urology, vascular, and burn surgeries

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Louisiana
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 5 years of RN Surgery experience
• Minimum 5 years of Orthopedics experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience in Neurology (Neurosurgery)
• Experience in Robotics
• Experience in Urology
• Experience in Vascular Surgery
• Experience in Burn care

Health and Compliance Requirements

• COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption accepted
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (medical or religious exemptions accepted with proper documentation)
• Proof of immunizations or positive titers for MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and Tdap (declinations accepted with required documentation)
• Negative TB test (QuantiFERON or 2-step skin test) within one year prior to start
• Annual TB questionnaire completed within 6 months of start
• Fit test for N95 mask (3M 1860, 1860s, or 1870+) within one year prior to start, updated annually
• Health statement signed within one year of start confirming ability to work without restrictions
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start

Professional and Background Requirements

• Resume/profile submission required
• Criminal background check within 30 days prior to start, including SSN address trace, county and national checks, education and employment verification (last 5 years), and driving record
• Skills checklist specific to unit and scope of practice within one year prior to start, updated annually
• Competency exams and core competencies (HIPAA, safety, infection control, etc.) current within one year prior to start with passing score of 80% or higher
• Badge photo (forward-facing, well-lit, neutral background, JPEG)

Additional Testing and Documentation

• Eye exam including Ishihara Color Test and Snellen Vision test within one year prior to start

Summary

This is a 13-week long-term assignment for an experienced RN in the operating room with proficiency in multiple surgical specialties. The position requires rotating call and a four-day 10-hour shift schedule. Candidates must meet comprehensive licensure, certification, health, and background requirements prior to onboarding.