Operating Room RN - Orthopedic
Augusta, GA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nurse assignment in Augusta, GA. 13-week travel contract at a leading hospital in Augusta, GA. Active RN license, BLS, and 1+ years recent OR experience required.

Job Details – Travel OR RN / Perioperative RN

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 – $1,890
• Location: Augusta, GA 30909 — a leading hospital in Augusta, GA; ideal for nurses searching Georgia travel nurse jobs and surgical nurse opportunities
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour days (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM), weekend rotation, plus 4–5 call shifts per 4 weeks
• Hours per Week: 36
• Setting: Main Operating Room (first floor) — high-volume surgical services and specialty cases
• Scrubs Provided: Yes
• Parking: Garage parking with no fees

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Active RN license (Georgia RN license or Compact license preferred)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent Operating Room RN experience (perioperative/OR experience)
• Required clinical skills: major joint orthopedics, general surgery, urology (open & cysto), minor vascular; major vascular experience a plus
• Strong ortho skill set is a must (Stryker / MAKO experience beneficial)
• Excellent teamwork, punctuality, and positive attitude for a collaborative surgical team

Responsibilities – Operating Room / Surgical Nurse Duties

• Circulate and assist in a wide range of surgical cases (excluding open heart, transplants, and eyes)
• Operate and support advanced surgical equipment: Stryker Ortho Systems, Stryker Lap Towers, da Vinci / DIV Xi robots, MAKO Navigation, and OMNI Navigation
• Accurate documentation in MEDITECH electronic health record
• Collaborate with perioperative team members including RNs, surgical techs, support staff, and board runners
• Float to assist other areas when ORs are shut down to support patient flow and staffing needs
• Follow AORN guidelines and facility policies to ensure patient safety and quality surgical care

Why Join This Surgical Team?

• Work at a top-ranked surgical facility in Augusta, GA — Georgia's only Top 50 in Surgical Care and home to the largest burn center in the U.S.
• Supportive culture with strong teamwork and valued staff
• On-site amenities: cafeteria and sterile processing on the same floor
• Live and work in Augusta, GA — enjoy Southern charm, historic sites, the Augusta Riverwalk, downtown dining, and the world-famous Masters golf tournament

This role is ideal for Operating Room nurses, perioperative RNs, surgical nurses, and travel OR RNs seeking short-term travel nurse assignments in Georgia. Join a high-performing surgical team and expand your OR skills with advanced technology and diverse caseloads.

Apply now to be considered for this Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) position in Augusta, GA. Join our healthcare team today and advance your perioperative nursing career!

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