Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Glenwood Springs, CO
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,744/weekOverview
- Start Date09/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Overview
Join a dynamic perioperative nursing team in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado, where mountain views, outdoor adventure, and a welcoming community create an excellent place to live and work. This travel Operating Room Registered Nurse opportunity offers the chance to support a busy surgical services environment with a wide range of cases, including general, ortho, neuro, ENT, plastics, urology, OB-GYN, peds, and trauma. If you are an experienced OR RN who thrives in a fast-paced operating room setting and values teamwork, this is a great opportunity to bring your skills to a rewarding Colorado nursing job.
Job Details
- Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing
- Setting: Perioperative / Operating Room / Surgical Services
- Start Date: 09/29/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,450 - $2,580
- Shift: 4 ten-hour day shifts per week with rotating evening, night, and weekend call
- Shift Duration: 10 hours
- Shifts Per Week: 4
- Guaranteed Hours: 38 per week
- Location: Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 – a scenic mountain community known for its natural beauty, hot springs, and year-round outdoor recreation
Job Requirements
- Active Colorado RN license or compact RN license in good standing
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Minimum of 3 years of related experience in the operating room or perioperative nursing
- Experience with circulating and scrub roles preferred
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced surgical environment and rotating call schedule
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care during the intraoperative phase of surgical procedures
- Assist with circulating and scrub duties as needed
- Support a broad range of surgical cases, including general, orthopedic, neuro, ENT, plastics, urology, OB-GYN, pediatric, and trauma procedures
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the perioperative team to ensure smooth case flow
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold sterile technique and patient safety standards
- Respond professionally to rotating evening, night, and weekend call assignments
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture focused on excellent patient outcomes
Apply now to join a dedicated healthcare team and advance your career in travel nursing in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
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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About Glenwood Springs, CO
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Glenwood Springs, CO here's what you should know:- Glenwood Springs has a cost of living slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may be competitive, but it's important to consider the higher cost of living when budgeting.
- In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and in winter, average lows can drop to 15°F.
- Be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short-term rentals can be found in Glenwood Springs, but availability may vary.
- It's advisable to start searching early to secure suitable furnished housing.
- Glenwood Springs is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car may be essential for getting around the area.
- The population of Glenwood Springs is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in the area.
- Glenwood Springs offers a variety of activities including outdoor adventures like hiking and hot springs, as well as dining options, art galleries, and cultural events.
- It's a great location for those who enjoy the outdoors and a vibrant community.
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