Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Albany, GA
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,380/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel OR RN opportunity in Albany, Georgia: Join a busy acute care surgical team and deliver high-quality perioperative nursing care in a fast-paced operating room setting.
We are seeking a skilled Operating Room Registered Nurse for a travel nursing assignment in Albany, Georgia (31701). This opportunity offers the chance to work in a busy, full-service acute care environment supporting a wide variety of surgical cases. Albany is a welcoming southwest Georgia community known for its friendly pace, convenient local amenities, and easy access to outdoor recreation and regional culture.
Job Details
- Location: Albany, GA 31701
- Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
- Employment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nursing
- Assignment Length: 17 weeks
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Shift: 10-hour day shifts, 10:45 AM to 9:15 PM
- Schedule: Rotating days off with weekday and weekend call
- Hours per Week: 40 guaranteed hours
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,120 - $2,230
- Charting System: MEDITECH
- Care Setting: Acute care hospital
- Orientation: One week on the unit, with additional orientation provided
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum of 2-3 years of Operating Room experience preferred
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced operating room with a broad mix of surgical cases
- Experience with general OR competencies across multiple service lines
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and flexibility are essential
- Must be comfortable with weekday and weekend call
- Ability to respond to call within 30 minutes
- Scrubbing experience preferred, but not required
- Must be able to accurately represent current skills and competencies
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care in the operating room
- Support a high-volume surgical schedule in a multi-suite OR environment
- Assist with a broad range of cases, including orthopedic, neuro, thoracic, robotics, and trauma-related procedures
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and the perioperative team to ensure smooth case flow
- Participate in weekend and holiday rotation as required
- Take call as scheduled and respond promptly when needed
- Maintain strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail throughout each shift
- Follow established policies, infection prevention practices, and patient safety standards
- Adapt to changing priorities while delivering excellent patient care in a dynamic surgical setting
Apply now to join a rewarding Georgia healthcare travel assignment as an OR RN in Albany. If you're looking for travel nursing jobs in Georgia with competitive weekly pay and strong surgical experience, this could be the right fit for you.
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.
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GHR Healthcare
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About Albany, GA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Albany, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Albany, GA is 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.
- Albany experiences hot and humid summers with average highs of around 92°F and mild winters with average lows of about 40°F.
- It is important to be prepared for the heat and humidity in the summer and occasional cold snaps in the winter.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Albany, GA.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Albany is more car-friendly, and having a vehicle is often necessary for getting around.
- Public transportation options are limited, so it's important to have access to a car for daily activities.
- Albany, GA has a diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Albany offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, along with opportunities to explore art and music in the local community.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing in the area's natural surroundings.
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