Operating Room RN
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Night Shift in Columbus, OH. 13-week travel Perioperative RN assignment at a Level 1 Trauma Center.

Overview

Join a dynamic surgical team in the heart of Columbus, Ohio as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (Perioperative RN). This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers hands-on experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center supporting a wide variety of surgical specialties. Ideal for OR RNs, perioperative nurses, and surgical nurses seeking Columbus healthcare jobs or Ohio nursing jobs.

Job Details

• Location: Columbus, OH 43210 (Columbus healthcare opportunities)
• Role: Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) / Perioperative Nurse
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: June 21, 2026
• End Date: September 20, 2026
• Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 06:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,160 - $2,270
• Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Setting: Level 1 Trauma, 18-bed Operating Room

Required Qualifications (OR RN / Perioperative Nurse)

• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN or perioperative nursing experience (preferred Level I Trauma experience)
• Active RN license (compact license accepted; Ohio state license required at submission)
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Epic charting experience preferred (electronic health record / EHR experience)
• Ability to float to different units as needed within the organization
• Completion of Ohio fingerprinting promptly upon contract signing
• Two professional references required (one from a manager, director, or formal leader)
• Seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality perioperative nursing care across a broad range of surgical specialties: general, trauma, orthopedic, neurosurgery, transplant, plastics, ENT, GYN, urology, and robotic surgery
• Function as an OR RN / surgical nurse during pre-op, intra-op, and post-op phases to ensure patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perioperative team members, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using Epic and other EHR systems
• Participate in scheduled call coverage (Mon–Fri 21:00–06:30; Sat/Sun 12-hour shifts) and float to other units as required
• Adhere to hospital policies, regulatory compliance, and infection control standards in a Level 1 Trauma environment
• Educate and support patients and families through the surgical process as a perioperative nurse and patient advocate

Why Join This Columbus, OH Travel Nursing Opportunity?

• Experience a high-acuity Level 1 Trauma Center and expand your perioperative nursing skills
• Work with a collaborative surgical team in a fast-paced, supportive environment
• Competitive weekly pay for experienced OR RNs and travel nurses
• Explore Columbus—vibrant dining, parks, and a welcoming community

Apply now to be considered for this Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) night shift position in Columbus, OH. Join our healthcare team today and advance your perioperative nursing career in a Level 1 Trauma Center.

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