OR RN
Augusta, GA
Wayward Medical
4x10 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus
$2,065/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration8 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Relocation bonus
- Retention bonus
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Holiday Pay
- Discount program
Description
There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.
Most of them can submit you to a job.
The difference is what happens after you click apply.
At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.
We do the boring stuff well.
We answer fast.
We tell the truth.
We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.
And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.
We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.
We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.
That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.
Our rule is simple:
No one gets burned.
If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.
We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.
Operating Room Nurse
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Assignment Details
- Travel/contract role
- 8-week assignment
- Day shift, 4x10 hours
- 40 hours per week
- Adults to geriatrics patient population
- Main operating room setting
- 16 rooms with average daily census of 35
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Georgia
- OR - Operating Room (1 year of experience)
- OR - Operating Room experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Schedule and Work Expectations
- 2–3 weekends per 8-week schedule
- 7–8 call shifts per 8-week schedule, including 1 weekend call and 2–3 weekday night call shifts
- May be required to work major holidays during the assignment period
- Floating is rare but may occur within facility scope of practice
- Maximum 7 days of requested time off
- Spring Break blackout dates: April 4–12
Skills and Clinical Experience
- General, neuro, spine, ortho, robotics, urology, vascular, and colorectal cases
Compliance and Start Requirements
- Full compliance is required to start on time
- Background check must be complete before start
- Photo ID required
- Education verification required
- Skills checklist required within 12 months and updated annually
- Work history verification required
- 2 clinical references required
- Physical exam required within 12 months of start
- TB questionnaire required for all candidates
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray required within 12 months of start
- Drug screen required within 60 days of start
- Flu vaccine or declination required
- Tdap is highly recommended but not required
Additional Notes
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Local candidates are accepted
- Scrub color is provided by the facility
- Non-billable orientation hours depend on contract length
Employer
Wayward Medical
Wayward Sounds...
Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.
Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.
We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.
Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.
Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.
Built for travelers who want:
- Rural adventure
- A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
- A career that feels meaningful
About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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