Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Memphis, TN
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,436/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Apply now for a travel Operating Room Registered Nurse opportunity in Memphis, Tennessee, with a collaborative surgical team and a consistent four-day schedule. This 13-week travel nursing contract offers experienced perioperative nurses the opportunity to support a wide range of surgical services in a fast-paced operating room environment. Memphis is a vibrant city known for its rich musical heritage, welcoming neighborhoods, distinctive Southern culture, and access to outdoor recreation along the Mississippi River.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Specialty: Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse / Perioperative Nurse
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,170–$2,290
- Location: Memphis, Tennessee
- Start Date: November 23, 2026
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks, ending February 21, 2027
- Schedule: 4 shifts per week; 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10-hour day shifts, approximately 6:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
- Call Requirement: 3–4 weeknight call shifts during each 6-week period, one weekend call assignment, and one holiday call assignment per contract
- Work Setting: On-site operating room
Operating Room RN Job Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
- At least 1 year of operating room nursing experience
- Experience with general surgery, plastics, ENT, robotics, or related surgical services
- Ability to work four 10-hour shifts per week and participate in the scheduled call rotation
- Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, surgical asepsis, and patient safety standards
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary operating room environment
Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to surgical patients throughout the perioperative process
- Prepare operating rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies for scheduled procedures
- Function effectively in the circulating and/or scrub role according to experience and department needs
- Support surgical procedures across general surgery, plastics, ENT, robotics, and related specialties
- Verify patient identity, procedure, consent, allergies, positioning needs, and surgical safety requirements
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists, and other members of the care team
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold infection prevention and sterile technique standards
- Respond to scheduled call assignments, weekend coverage, and holiday coverage as required
Apply now to join this Memphis, Tennessee travel nursing team as an Operating Room Registered Nurse.
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 Memphis, TN
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Memphis, TN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Memphis 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.
- In summer, average highs are around 91°F (33°C) and lows are around 71°F (22°C).
- In winter, average highs are around 50°F (10°C) and lows are around 32°F (0°C).
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Memphis, with options available in various neighborhoods to suit different preferences.
- Memphis is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network and reasonable traffic conditions.
- Public transportation options include buses and trolleys, providing convenient travel within the city.
- Memphis is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of major healthcare facilities.
- Memphis offers a vibrant dining scene with a focus on barbeque, along with a rich music heritage showcased in numerous live music venues.
- The city also has a thriving arts and cultural scene, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, gardens, and the scenic Mississippi River.
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