Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse
Hickory, NC
LifePoint
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,304/week
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Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,304/week

Description

Travel RN Opportunity - Operating Room

Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Position Details

  • Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Department: Operating Room
  • Number of Openings: 4-5
  • Shift: 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (6:45 AM - 5:15 PM)
  • Call Requirements: 7 days per month (including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday); weekend call only
  • Patient Population: Adults primarily, minimal pediatrics (outpatient only)
  • Patient Ratios: 1:1
  • Unit Beds: 13
  • Equipment Used: Robotics (DaVinci), Mako, Holmium Laser, Hana table
  • Electronic Health Record (EHR): Cerner

Requirements

  • Licensure: Registered Nurse License (RN)
  • Certifications: ACLS, BLS
  • Experience: Minimum 2+ years in specialty (Operating Room)
  • Must Have: Robotics and spine experience, prior OR experience
  • Preferred: Orthopedics or Neurosurgery experience
  • Float Requirements: None

Additional Information

  • Orientation occurs twice monthly
  • Facility includes multiple specialty centers (Brain, Cancer, Heart, Lung, Orthopedics, etc.)
  • On-call schedule includes one weekend and 8-9 weekday calls in a six-week rotation
  • Dress code: Scrubs provided via hospital laundry service; outside attire not allowed

Notes for Candidates

  • This is a travel assignment; candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates.
  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

Employer

LifePoint

Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,221–4,469/week
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About Hickory, NC

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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