Travel RN - Operating Room

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN with C-section and trauma experience, Epic proficiency, and prior travel assignments for a 13-week contract requiring a NC or Compact RN license.

Job Details

• General OR setting within a community hospital environment,

• Handles a broad range of surgical specialties including general surgery, gynecology, orthopedics, urology, vascular, ENT, ophthalmology, and podiatry,

• C-section cases are part of the caseload,

• Trauma cases including gunshot wounds, stab wounds, and MVA (multiple injuries) are part of the caseload,

• Day shift, 4x10-hour shifts with start time of 6:30 AM,

• Call rotation required approximately once per week, plus up to 2 weekend call shifts (Saturday and/or Sunday),

• Epic EMR is required,

• Floating within the hospital as needed,

Job Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required,

• Current certifications required: BLS and ACLS; CNOR and PALS preferred,

• Minimum of 2.5 years of OR RN experience required; 4 years preferred,

• Minimum of 2 prior travel assignments required; first-time travelers will not be considered,

• C-section experience required,

• Trauma experience required, including gunshot and stab wounds,

• Epic EMR experience required,

• Broad general OR experience across multiple specialties required,

• Two professional references from a supervisor completed within the last two years required for consideration,

• Driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration,

• COVID vaccination card required; exemption requests must be submitted within 72 hours of acceptance using the facility form,

Additional Information

• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are accepted but at a reduced pay rate,

• RTO is limited to 5 days or less for the duration of the assignment; blocked scheduling will not be approved,

• Former staff who left in good standing may be eligible to return after a minimum of 1 year away, provided they are not local candidates,

• Preferred skills include a wide range of OR procedures: laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures, orthopedic and spine surgery, vascular surgery, and more,

• Preferred equipment experience includes cell saver, electrosurgical units, and fiber optic light sources,

• Knowledge of Universal Protocol, laser safety, radiation safety, malignant hyperthermia protocols, and infection control is valued,

• Emergency response responsibilities include code response and fire safety awareness,