Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room in Hickory, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room
Location: Hickory, NC
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

RN – OR Circulator

Location

Hickory, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days | 4 x 10-hour shifts (6:45 AM – 5:15 PM) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform circulating duties in an active surgical suite supporting a broad range of procedures including orthopedic, neurological, endoscopic, and general surgery cases
• Operate and assist with advanced surgical equipment including robotic systems (Da Vinci), Mako, Holmium Laser, and Hana table
• Maintain a 1:1 patient ratio within a 13-bed OR environment serving an adult patient population, with minimal outpatient pediatric cases
• Document accurately and efficiently using Cerner EHR
• Participate in on-call rotation, expected approximately 7 days per month including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday coverage
• Adhere to facility dress code requirements ; outside attire not laundered by the facility is not permitted — scrubs are provided via an on-site scrub machine

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (ADN or BSN) required
• Minimum 1 year of OR circulating experience
• Ability to fulfill on-call obligations as part of the weekly schedule
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in orthopedic or neurological surgical specialties strongly preferred
• Familiarity with robotic-assisted surgical platforms (e.g., Da Vinci, Mako)
• Prior experience with Cerner EHR in a surgical setting

Why Join Us

• Join a high-volume, growing surgical program at a well-established regional medical center offering exposure to a wide range of specialty procedures and advanced surgical technology
• Available start dates in late 2026 provide flexibility for candidates planning their next travel assignment