Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel/Contract - Local Candidates Accepted!

Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) provides perioperative nursing care during a 13‑week travel assignment in the North Carolina area. The role supports surgical teams by ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols. Nurses work flexible shifts to deliver high‑quality surgical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide patient‑centered perioperative nursing care within the operating room environment, adhering to facility policies and procedures.

2. Collaborate with surgical teams to prepare the operating room, ensure sterile techniques, and assist during surgical procedures.

3. Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, surgical procedures, and post‑operative care activities.

4. Monitor patient vital signs and respond promptly to changes in patient conditions during surgery.

5. Execute safety protocols and ensure compliance with infection control standards to promote patient and staff safety.

Qualifications:

• Valid Nursing License (RN) from the state of North Carolina or equivalent license recognized nationally.

• BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications as required per facility standards.

• Minimum of 1 year of recent operating room or perioperative nursing experience.

• Ability to work flexible shifts, strong critical thinking skills, and excellent communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Podiatric or surgical background preferred.

Benefits:

• Weekly direct deposit with 13% above market average pay.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and sick leave coverage starting the 1st day of the month after start date and continuing between assignments.

• Coverage continues seamlessly during off‑seasons for team members who join or extend assignments.

• 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, and license + CEU reimbursements.

• Paid housing or stipends (pet‑friendly), travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours, cancellation protection, and nationwide opportunities.

• Reimbursed/fast‑tracked licenses and certifications, user‑friendly onboarding portal (average 14 days), shifts customized to your needs, and rapid interviews (average 38 hours).