Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,004 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Ambulatory OR position requiring at least 1 year of experience across a broad range of surgical specialties including orthopedics, robotics, and surgical oncology.

Details

• Ambulatory outpatient OR setting with 2 ORs, 2 GI procedural rooms, and 1 VIR procedural room
• Pre/post unit consists of 20 bays staffed by 10 RNs and 1 PCT
• Surgical specialties include Ophthalmology, Ortho, ENT, GYN, GU, Endocrine, Surgical Oncology, Plastics, Robotics, and Total Joints — general surgery, L&D, and pediatrics are not performed on this unit
• Pre/post RN responsibilities include patient prep, medication reconciliation, IV placement, EKG acquisition, and post-anesthesia recovery through discharge
• Works closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and OR nurses in a fast-paced environment
• Schedule is 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM with day off based on department needs (special requests considered when possible)
• Late shifts scheduled a few times per month
• No on-call requirement
• Floating within the perioperative facility is a possibility
• EMR: Epic (experience preferred)

Requirements

• Active SC RN license or Compact RN license; candidates with a pending SC license may be considered but must be fully licensed before starting
• AHA BLS certification required (AHA-issued certifications only)
• Radiation badge required — must be provided by your staffing agency
• Minimum 1 year of OR RN experience required
• Experience across a broad range of surgical specialties aligned with the unit's caseload is required (see job details)
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• SSN and Driver's License required for consideration
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Pre-employment online modules must be completed prior to the start date (approximately 4 hours)
• Candidates who were previously employed (including PRN) at any MUSC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible to work as a traveler
• Local candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility are accepted; non-local candidates are given priority consideration
• All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed upfront; approval is based on facility needs, and multiple RTO requests within an 8–13 week contract may be denied

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.