Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Norfolk, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,394/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Bring your operating room and surgical nursing expertise to this 13-week travel nursing assignment in Norfolk, Virginia. Join an on-site surgical and acute-care team as an OR Registered Nurse (RN) providing safe, compassionate patient care on 12-hour night shifts.
Located in a vibrant coastal city known for its waterfront setting, rich history, and welcoming community, Norfolk offers an engaging opportunity for experienced nurses seeking Virginia travel nursing jobs.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
- Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
- Location: Norfolk, Virginia
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130–$2,250
- Start Date: November 9, 2026
- End Date: February 8, 2027
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week, totaling 36 hours
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
- Work Setting: On-site operating room, surgical-services, and acute-care environment
- Openings: 2
Operating Room RN Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Virginia
- At least 1 year of professional nursing experience; operating room, perioperative, or surgical-services experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work three 12-hour night shifts per week
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Ability to provide safe, compassionate nursing care in a fast-paced surgical or acute-care setting
- Successful completion of applicable travel assignment, credentialing, and facility requirements
Operating Room Registered Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients throughout the surgical-care experience
- Complete patient assessments, monitor clinical status, and promptly communicate changes to the care team
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members
- Support patient preparation, care coordination, and transitions within the surgical and acute-care setting
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with applicable policies and professional standards
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Promote patient safety, infection prevention, and a positive care experience during every shift
Apply now to join the surgical-services team as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse in Norfolk, Virginia.
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 Norfolk, VA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Norfolk, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Norfolk is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, making it an affordable place to live.
- Average summer highs are around 87°F, and winter lows are around 32°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Norfolk, with options available in various neighborhoods to suit different preferences.
- Norfolk is fairly car-friendly, but it also has public transportation options including buses and light rail for convenient commuting.
- Norfolk is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the region's pollen levels.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of Naval Station Norfolk.
- Norfolk offers a vibrant dining scene, with a variety of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- The city has a rich arts and music scene, with numerous galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy various water activities due to its coastal location, and there are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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