Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
5x8 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in Charleston, South Carolina (ZIP 29425). Join a top-rated ambulatory surgical team for a 13-week travel nurse assignment in one of the Southeast’s most desirable healthcare destinations. Charleston is celebrated for its historic charm, vibrant culinary scene, and coastal beauty—making it a premier location for healthcare professionals seeking rewarding travel nursing jobs.

Compensation

• Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1,700–$1,820 per week

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Charleston, SC (ZIP 29425) – South Carolina nursing jobs
• Assignment Length: 13-week travel contract
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: April 6, 2026
• Shift Options: Day shifts: 4x10-hour (6:30am – 5:00pm) or 3x12-hour (6:30am – 7:00pm), Monday through Friday
• Hours per Week: 40
• Weekend/Holiday Coverage: No weekends or major holidays required
• On-Call: Not required
• Unit: Ambulatory Operating Room, Rutledge Tower (9 ORs)
• Potential to Float: May float within perioperative facility as needed

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active South Carolina RN license or proof of application
• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room Registered Nurse experience
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• NBSTSA certification
• Radiation badge (provided by employer)
• Proficiency with Epic electronic charting system
• Experience in Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, ENT, GYN, GU, Endocrine, or Surgical Oncology preferred
• First-time travel nurses not accepted
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

OR RN Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective perioperative nursing care for adult surgical patients
• Assist with diverse surgical procedures: joint replacements, arthroscopies, plastics, surgical oncology, ENT, ophthalmology, GU, GYN, and more
• Operate specialized surgical equipment: lasers, arthroscopy towers, suction/smoke evacuation systems, etc.
• Adhere to universal protocols and strict infection control standards
• Accurately handle and label surgical specimens
• Precept and mentor care team members in the operating room as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams: respiratory, radiology, pharmacy, and support staff
• Float within perioperative areas to support facility needs
• Participate in emergency response teams during hurricane season (June–November)

Experience the best of coastal South Carolina while advancing your nursing career in a supportive and innovative surgical environment. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make Charleston your next professional destination!

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