Travel OR RN - $1,947 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR RN for a Level I trauma academic medical center, requiring an active SC or compact RN license and strong scrub experience.

Details

• Work in the Main Operating Room of a Level I academic trauma center featuring 21 OR suites
• Surgical specialties include Trauma, Transplant, Ortho, Neuro, ENT, GU-GYN, and Robotics
• Nursing team is comprised of 75% RNs and 25% Certified Surgical Technologists, with RNs trained to scrub and circulate
• Night shift schedule of 3x12-hour shifts from 6:30pm-7:00am
• No on-call requirements
• Required to work up to one weekend shift every 4 weeks
• Required to work at least one holiday period (Christmas or New Year's)
• Floating required within scope to like units or sister facilities
• Uses EPIC EMR

Requirements

• Active SC or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• Radiation badge required (provided by agency)
• 2 years of OR experience strongly preferred
• Scrub experience strongly preferred
• Level I trauma center experience preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Perform scrub and circulating duties across a wide range of surgical specialties in a Magnet-designated, nurse-driven department
• Facility is a Level I Trauma Center, teaching hospital, and Magnet-designated with 820 staffed beds
• Scrubs are provided
• First-time travelers may be accepted depending on the position
• Local candidates accepted on a case-by-case basis within a 60-mile radius, though non-local candidates are prioritized
• Previous MUSC permanent or PRN staff must be separated from the system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Block scheduling may be requested but requires manager approval and is not guaranteed
• During hurricane season (June through November, peaking in August and September), all staff including contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams

American Traveler Job ID #P-735487. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.