Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Worcester, MA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs
$2,570/weekOverview
- Start Date01/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with a 13-week travel assignment in Worcester, MA (zip code 01655). Join a leading healthcare team in a high-acuity, Level I Trauma Center, supporting diverse surgical specialties including transplant, trauma, neuro, vascular, and pediatrics. Discover rewarding Massachusetts nursing jobs in a vibrant city known for its parks, dining, and culture.
Key Job Details – OR RN Travel Assignment
- Job Title: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
- Location: Worcester, Massachusetts 01655
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: January 21, 2026
- End Date: April 22, 2026
- Healthcare Setting: Operating Room (OR), Level I Trauma Center
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (06:45 - 19:15)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Call Rotation: 1 night every third weekend; 12-hour call shifts
- Patient Age Groups: Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
- Number of OR Rooms: 13
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience
- Experience in a Level I Trauma Center is required
- Circulating and scrub experience across multiple specialties: Transplant, Liver/Kidney, Endo, Vascular, Neuro, Trauma, General, Pediatrics, Micro, and more
- BLS certification required
- CNOR certification preferred
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions and declinations allowed)
Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities
- Circulate and scrub for a variety of surgical procedures: transplant, vascular, neuro, trauma, ortho, plastics, ENT, general, and pediatric surgeries
- Operate specialized OR equipment: fracture/spine beds, microscopes, brain navigation systems, Argon beam, ligasures, ESUs, neptune suctions, and more
- Participate in call rotation and respond to emergency situations
- Ensure proper specimen handling and labeling
- Maintain infection control and safety standards
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care
- Complete required orientation and facility modules prior to and during assignment
Take the next step in your surgical nursing career with this top-rated travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts. Join our healthcare team and make a difference—apply now to secure your Operating Room RN position!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
2 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare - PH Division
About Worcester, MA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Worcester, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Worcester, MA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, especially in healthcare professions like nursing.
- Worcester experiences a range of weather throughout the year.
- Summers have average highs around 80°F and lows around 60°F, while winters have average highs around 35°F and lows around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Worcester, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of a healthcare marketplace.
- Worcester is fairly car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and commuter rail for easy access to nearby cities like Boston.
- Worcester is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- Worcester has a growing population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to Boston.
- Worcester offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local hockey and baseball games.
- Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes for water recreation.
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