Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse
Durham, NC
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,314/week

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Overview

Start Date03/23/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,314/week

Description

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for Operating Room assignments with rotating days off (no set or consecutive days). On-call 2–3 days per month, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including OR experience within the last year
Experience in the following specialties: Neurology, ENT Surgery, Orthopedics, Bariatrics, Urology, Vascular Surgery, and Plastic Surgery
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with EPIC charting system

Work Environment & Unit Details

Operating Room specialties include: Neurology, Oral, ENT, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Bariatrics, Urology, Gynecology, Vascular, Robotics, Plastics, Dental, Podiatry
Special equipment used: Intuitive DaVinci XI, Neptune, Electrical Surgical Unit, Smoke Free Cautery Devices, Stryker Video Tower, Tourniquet, Cori Orthopedic Robot, Olympus Endoscopy Tower, Globus

Schedule

Rotating days off (no set or consecutive days)
On-call 2–3 days per month
Weekends and holidays as needed

Orientation & Onboarding

Bi-weekly orientation sessions
Completion of competency checklists within 3 weeks after start date
Online modules must be completed prior to orientation
Pass/fail testing on basic knowledge and skills during orientation

Additional Information

Scrubs provided
Local candidates within 75 miles considered with adjusted rate
Prior travel experience not explicitly required for this position

This position is suitable for first-time travel nurses.

Employer

Olaro

3.3rating(54 reviews)

13 nurses recommend working with Olaro

5.0rating

Pros

Very friendly, extremely helpful and patient, explains the steps needed well and clearly. Very understanding and kind. Dave always made sure to keep in contact and help control my fears as I started my first travel assignment.

Cons

None.

Recommends working with Olaro

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Certified Surgical Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Vaibhav Dave on Jan 2, 2026

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About

Olaro Company Description
Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied healthprofessionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped cliniciansexpand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, careergoals, and personal ambitions.
At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offercompetitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiencesthat build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlinedonboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guideby your side.
Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, orachieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help youthrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.

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About Durham, NC

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Durham, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Durham is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Durham experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 89°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are readily available in Durham, making it easy for travel nurses to find suitable accommodations.

Transportation

Durham is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system for easy commuting.

Demographics

Durham is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Durham offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, opportunities for sports enthusiasts, and plenty of outdoor activities including hiking and biking trails.

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