Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) for a contract position. This role is vital for providing comprehensive patient care throughout the surgical process—pre-operatively, inter-operatively, and post-operatively.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care in the operating room environment.
• Prepare patients for surgery and provide support during the surgical procedure.
• Monitor and assess patients’ conditions before, during, and after surgery.
• Administer conscious sedation as needed, reflecting experience in this area.

Schedule

This position requires an 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday, with intermittent call responsibilities. Employees can expect 36 guaranteed hours per week, with the potential for up to 40 hours weekly, over a 13-week contract (with the option to extend to 26 weeks).

Call Requirements

Call hours are Monday to Friday until 6 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 7 AM to 7 PM. Weekend hours are not scheduled, with the exception of emergencies.

Holiday Commitment

Holiday work varies, including being on call for emergency situations during major holidays.

Qualifications

• Current Indiana or multistate Registered Nurse license.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience is required.
• Experience in administering conscious sedation is preferred – please indicate this experience upon application.

Scrub Colors

The standard scrub color for this role is light blue.

Vaccination Requirements

Proof of vaccinations is required, including:

• Hepatitis B series or positive titer.
• MMR series or positive titer.
• Varicella series, positive titer, or physician’s written proof of immunity.
• Tdap vaccine within the past 10 years.
• Annual flu vaccine (required between October 1st and April 1st).
• COVID-19 vaccine status (if applicable).
• Two TB skin tests, one Quantiferon Gold, or one chest X-ray within the past 12 months.

Location

This position is based in Indiana.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply.