RN TRAVEL - AMBULATORY CARE - Daytime Shifts

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR Scrub RN for a travel nursing job in Charleston, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR Scrub RN
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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 31, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR Registered Nurse for a day-shift scrub/circulator role requiring ophthalmology proficiency and a WV or compact RN license.
Details

• Acute care hospital operating room with 6 surgical suites averaging 22 cases per day
• Common procedures include scleral buckle, vitrectomy, corneal transplants, cataracts, minor general surgery, minor spine stabilization, spinal cord stimulators, ENT, and dental cases
• Day shift Monday through Friday, scheduled 0645-1515 with possible extension until cases are completed
• No self-scheduling available
• Call required including a minimum of one weekday call shift per week, up to every other weekend, and holiday rotation with a 30-minute response time
• May be required to float to other surgical departments
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 40 hours per week over a 13-week assignment

Requirements
Active WV or compact RN license required
BLS certification (AHA) required
Minimum 2 years experience as an OR RN/ORT required
Ophthalmology experience required, including ability to independently perform cataract and cornea procedures
Must be proficient in both scrub and circulator roles for ambulatory surgery procedures
Additional Information
Provides scrub and circulator support for a variety of surgical procedures
Charge nurse/house supervisor support available, except within the One Day Surgery Building
Scrubs are provided
Orientation includes general hospital orientation followed by unit-specific orientation with OR staff
Must reside outside a 50-mile radius from the facility per driver's license address; no local candidates accepted
Previous perm employees must have a 2-year break before returning as a traveler
Travelers are limited to 1 cumulative year of work within the WVU system before requiring a 2-year break
American Traveler Job ID #P-748080. 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.