Operating Room Registered Nurse

Operating Room Registered Nurse – Jennings, LA | Day Shift

Are you an experienced RN seeking a rewarding perioperative role with flexible hours, competitive pay, and a supportive team? Join a leading facility in Jennings, LA, and enjoy a structured day shift, comprehensive benefits, and a dedicated environment to advance your nursing career.

Quick Facts

• Location: Jennings, LA
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• End Date: 01/25/2027
• Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (06:00 – 14:30)
• Hours/Week: 40
• Employment Type: Travel Contract
• Certifications Needed: ACLS, BLS, PALS
• Experience Required: 1+ year RN experience
• Epic Experience: Required

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $60.30
• Benefits include:
• Competitive pay package
• Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
• Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
• Robust referral bonus program
• Paid sick time (per applicable laws)
• Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
• 24/7 dedicated team support throughout assignment

What You'll Do

• Provide expert perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing surgery within the surgical unit
• Assist in OR procedures, including C-sections, Endoscopy, and PACU activities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and quality care
• Prepare and monitor patients pre- and post-operatively
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and infection control standards
• Respond compassionately and efficiently to emergent needs or changes during procedures
• Support flexible staffing needs, including relief and emergency assignments

What You Need

• Active RN licensure in Louisiana or eligible for compact licensure
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
• 1+ year relevant RN experience, preferably in a hospital setting
• Epic electronic health record experience

• Experience in operating room or perioperative nursing
• Ability to stay committed during emergency or relief assignments

About the Assignment Join a dedicated team in a small rural hospital where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes. The unit supports a variety of surgical services, including OR, C-sections, PACU, and Endoscopy. Although not a trauma center, the facility occasionally handles ER patients needing surgical assessment. The role involves a consistent day shift, with on-call requirements once a week and every fifth weekend, with a 30-minute response time. The unit fosters a collaborative environment focused on patient safety and continuity of care.

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