CVOR RN
Charleston, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,836/weekOverview
- Start Date09/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Operating Room RN with required cardiovascular and general surgery experience for a Level IV trauma teaching hospital.
Details
- Operating Room department in a short-term acute care, Level IV Trauma Center and major teaching hospital
- Average daily census of 22 cases
- 3x12 hour day shift schedule, either 9a-9p or 11a-11p
- Every other weekend required
- On-call requirement of 1 day per week plus 1-2 weekends per 4-5 week schedule with 30 minute response time
- Charting system is Cerner with Accudose
Requirements
- Active WV or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted for consideration
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Minimum 1 year of in-specialty OR experience required
- BLS certification required
- Cardiovascular (CV) and general surgery circulating and scrub experience required
- Proficiency in vascular procedures including AV fistulas/grafts, aortic surgeries/bypasses, femoral to popliteal or distal bypasses, carotids, and embolectomies required
- Proficiency in orthopedic procedures including arthroscopies and total joints required
- Proficiency in general surgery procedures including colorectal/colon resections, laparoscopic assisted surgeries, whipples, liver resections, thyroids, and mastectomies required
- Proficiency in ENT procedures including trachs, laryngectomies, and radical neck dissections required
- Proficiency in urology procedures including cystectomies, nephrectomies, prostatectomies, implants, and cysto related procedures required
- Proficiency in robotics procedures including gyn, colorectal, hernias, and lap nissens required
- Proficiency in GYN procedures including abdominal/vaginal hysterectomies and posterior/anterior repairs required
- Proficiency in vein harvesting and radial artery harvesting required
- Minimum 2 years RN experience preferred with prior charge experience
- Minimum 2 Manager and/or Charge Nurse references from the past 2 years required
- Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1 - March 31) unless medical exemption documented
- Driver's license and Social Security number required for consideration
Additional Information
- Circulate and scrub for a wide range of surgical specialties including vascular, orthopedic, general, ENT, urology, robotics, and GYN cases
- Sunday through Friday night shifts are covered by staff; on-call coverage is needed only for call-ins or scheduled time off
- Major holidays are covered by call shifts for emergencies only, using the same hours as the standard on-call schedule
- Holiday RTO requests limited to no more than 1 of the 3 major holidays
- Scrub color requirement is Royal Blue, White, or a combination of both
- First-time travelers accepted if experience requirements are met
- Former CAMC permanent employees must wait 2 years from their last day worked before returning as a traveler
- Current employees of Vandalia Health System (including CAMC Health Systems, Mon Health Systems, Davis Medical Center, Broaddus Hospital, Webster Memorial Hospital, Grafton City Hospital, Highland-Clarksburg Hospital, and Minnie Hamilton Health System) are not eligible for this travel contract
- Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility; those between 75-99 miles may be considered on a case-by-case basis
- Free parking provided for travelers
- Non-billable training modules required prior to start date, averaging 2-6 hours to complete
Facility
Charleston Area Medical Center Memorial Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Charleston Area Medical Center Memorial Hospital
Pros
Very traveler friendly
Cons
None
- Short Term Acute Care
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Responsive, helpful, easy to work with and always checking in and making sure I’m covered when she’s not working. Helped me get the contract I needed
Cons
None
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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.
About Charleston, WV
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Charleston, WV here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 64°F.
- Average winter highs of 42°F and lows of 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Charleston offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scenes, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking, and local sports events to enjoy.
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