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Operating Room Nurse – Orthopedic Surgery
Position Overview
The facility seeks an experienced OR nurse to join its surgical services team. You'll support a diverse surgical schedule with a strong focus on orthopedic procedures in a fast-paced operating room environment.
Shift & Schedule
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5 days per week (variable start times: 7 AM, 9 AM, or 3 PM available)
- 26-week contract
- On-call requirement: 1 night shift call (11 PM – 7 AM) per week
- Weekend coverage: 3 on-call 24-hour shifts per 6-week schedule (20-minute response time required)
- Must commit to working 3 of 5 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of charge nurse experience
- Strong orthopedic skills required (Levels 3–4 proficiency is essential)
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications
- Valid compact state license at time of submission
- At least 1 year of experience; 2 professional references required
Clinical Scope
Daily census: 6–25 patients (adolescents, adults, geriatrics). You'll circulate cases including sports medicine injuries, orthopedic fractures, total joint replacements, and general, gynecologic, and urologic procedures. Interdisciplinary support available through physical therapy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams.
Floating & Flexibility
You may float between nearby facilities within a 50-mile radius. Flexibility with the contracted schedule is essential.
How to Apply
All scheduling requests and time-off needs must be submitted upfront during your application. Post-offer changes may not be granted.