Key Responsibilities Circulate in a variety of surgical specialties including OBGYN (including C-sections), Orthopedics, General Surgery, Urology, and ENT. Serve as a second set of hands in the PACU during callback cases, supporting the primary recovery RN without independently recovering patients.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Columbus, NE
Description
Job Title
RN – Operating Room (Acute Care)
Location
Columbus, NE | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Circulate in a variety of surgical specialties including OBGYN (including C-sections), Orthopedics, General Surgery, Urology, and ENT
Work within a 4-suite OR department that also includes additional rooms for minor procedures, collaborating closely with surgeons and OR staff
Assist with room turnover and cleaning as needed within a small department setting
Serve as a second set of hands in the PACU during callback cases, supporting the primary recovery RN without independently recovering patients
Complete MOAB certification if CPI or MOAB is not already held (onsite option available)
Undergo brief facility orientation for badging and policy review, followed by department-level competency check-offs
Required Qualifications
Active RN license
3–4 years of experience as an OR RN
Strong proficiency with total joint and orthopedic cases
Prior travel nursing experience required
CPI, MOAB, or willingness to obtain MOAB prior to or upon start
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience in a rural or community hospital setting
Familiarity with visiting physician clinic workflows (ENT, Orthopedics, etc.)
Comfort working in a small, cross-functional OR department with a collaborative team culture
Why Join Us
Join a tight-knit OR team at a Level 3 Trauma Facility known for strong collaboration between nursing staff and surgeons
Hospital-provided scrubs and onsite access to required certifications make for a smooth and supported onboarding experience