Job Opportunity – PreOp/PACU RN – Ohio
Start Date: December 14, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Day shift, 3x12 hour shifts (8:00 AM - 8:30 PM), includes call requirements every third to fourth weekend
Highlights:
- Specialized cardiovascular and vascular surgical unit focusing on complex cardiac and vascular procedures
- 1:1 patient ratio for optimal quality of care
- Epic EMR system utilized throughout facility
- Flexible contract options: 13 or 26 week assignments available
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
- Work with advanced procedures including CABG, TAVR, EVAR, AAA repair, ablation, angiogram, and vascular bypass surgeries
Requirements:
- Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
- Pre/Post operative experience required
- Epic charting system experience required
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification preferred
- Level I Trauma Center experience preferred
- PACU and outpatient experience preferred
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- Nursing education from ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
- Two professional references required: at least one from manager/director or formal leadership; charge RN acceptable for second reference
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a dedicated cardiovascular surgical team providing exceptional perioperative care for patients undergoing complex cardiac and vascular procedures. This position offers the opportunity to expand your clinical expertise in a high-acuity environment with cutting-edge technology and comprehensive support services. With optimal staffing ratios and a collaborative interdisciplinary approach, you'll deliver outstanding patient outcomes while advancing your professional skills in cardiac and vascular nursing.
Important Application Information:
- Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed immediately upon contract signing
- Strict compliance deadline: Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions
- Candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to Ohio fingerprinting location promptly after booking
- Pre-approved time off must be requested at time of submission and built into contract
- Former facility employees eligible after 6 months separation; current employees ineligible
- Local candidates accepted