Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Registered Nurse – Operating Room

Location: Tennessee (Knoxville) Contract Type: Traveler Start Date: 06/01/2026 Pay Range: Competitive

Knoxville, Tennessee's growing healthcare market is anchored by major medical systems offering varied clinical opportunities and career growth. Knoxville also delivers an appealing lifestyle with affordable living, scenic access to the Great Smoky Mountains, and a welcoming community that supports strong work–life balance.

Role Overview

This role involves preparing the operating room, assisting the surgical team, monitoring patients, and coordinating care to support efficient and high‑quality surgical services.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as OR Circulating RN.
• Flu Vaccine Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only
• Position/Specialty: Any surgical service line except CV, Neurosurgery, and Orthopedic Surgery. Need to be able to work in any of the others.
• Certificates Required: BLS and RN License
• Trauma Level 1 Experience preferred
• First-time Travelers not preferred but will consider with appropriate experience.
• On Call required minimal weekend, a proportional rotation of late stays (usually 2-3 times/month).

Schedule

• Shift/Hours: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM with rotating day off (M-F)
• On Call required minimal weekend, a proportional rotation of late stays (usually 2-3 times/month).