Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Plattsburgh, NY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,822/weekOverview
- Start Date01/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with a travel assignment in Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Join a leading healthcare facility in upstate New York, providing exceptional perioperative care to a diverse patient population. This travel nursing job offers the chance to work in a modern surgical environment while enjoying the scenic beauty and vibrant community of Plattsburgh, located on Lake Champlain.
Key Job Details – New York Healthcare Opportunity
- Location: Plattsburgh, NY 12901 (Upstate New York nursing jobs)
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
- Setting: Operating Room (OR), Main Campus & Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Duration: 16 weeks (Start: 1/12/2026 – End: 5/3/2026)
- Shift: 12-hour days (07:00 – 19:30)
- Hours per Week: 36
- On-Call: 1 night per week; every 3rd to 4th weekend
- Weekend/Holiday: On-call rotation; 1 holiday per year if not already assigned
- Floating: Required (to Ambulatory Surgery Center as needed)
- Orientation: 2 days
- Documentation System: EPIC EMR
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active New York RN license or proof of application (New York healthcare jobs)
- Current BLS certification (AHA)
- Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience as an Operating Room Registered Nurse
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience in the OR specialty
- EPIC documentation experience within the past 2 years (required)
- Circulating nurse experience required; scrub nurse experience preferred
- Reliable transportation (public transportation not available)
- Ability to provide nursing care to patients ages 6 months to 100+
OR RN Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care as a circulating nurse in the operating room
- Assist with various surgical procedures (excluding cardiac, transplants, neuro, and gastric bypass)
- Float to Ambulatory Surgery Center as needed based on case load and experience
- Participate in on-call and weekend rotations
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Accurately document patient care and procedures using EPIC EMR
- Follow all infection control, safety, and dress code policies (scrubs provided)
- Assist with IV starts and patient transport as needed
Apply now to join our healthcare team as an Operating Room Registered Nurse in Plattsburgh, NY! Take the next step in your nursing career with this rewarding travel assignment.
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
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Pros
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About Plattsburgh, NY
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Plattsburgh, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Plattsburgh, NY is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Plattsburgh experiences cold winters with average lows around 10°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
- Be prepared for significant snowfall during the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Plattsburgh.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially during the off-peak tourist season.
- Plattsburgh is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Plattsburgh has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the changing weather.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plattsburgh offers a variety of restaurants, especially seafood due to its proximity to Lake Champlain.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and other water activities in the nearby Adirondack Mountains.
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