Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - Operating Room (Travel) in Watertown, New York. This travel assignment starts on 09/14/2026 for 13 weeks with guaranteed 40 hours per week. Weekly pay ranges from $2,518 to $2,580. Shift is 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (8-hour days) with weekend, holiday, and on-call duties as required. The role is in a hospital setting, providing OR nursing care within a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,518-$2,580 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, 8-hour days; weekend and holiday coverage plus on-call duties
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Setting: Hospital travel assignment in Watertown, NY

Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases in the OR.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR staff to ensure patient safety and aseptic technique; assist with instrument preparation and handling.
- Prepare the operating room, maintain sterile technique, assist with patient positioning, and manage equipment and supplies.
- Monitor intraoperative patient status, including vital signs and hemodynamics; document care and respond to changes promptly.
- Recognize and address safety issues for patients and staff; assist with safe patient transfers and use of lifting devices as needed.
- May assume duties as a charge nurse and participate in on-call coverage with a 30-minute response time.

Requirements
- Current New York State Registered Nurse license
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
- BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
- Lethal dysrhythmia interpretation skills
- Ability to function effectively in OR/ASU settings; knowledge of typical clinical equipment and instrumentation used in perioperative care
- Preceptorship, charge and leadership abilities preferred for experienced RNs
- On-call availability with a 30-minute response time

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the travel period
- 24/7 recruiter and travel-support accessibility
- Fast credentialing and onboarding process
- Extension opportunities for continued travel assignments
- Guaranteed hours and consistent weekly compensation

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today's travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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