Operating Room Registered Nurse
Winston Salem, NC
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,074/weekOverview
- Start Date02/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Operating Room Nurse, Operating Room Circulating Nurse, Operating Room Scrub Nurse or Perioperative Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Location: Winston Salem, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Seeking a Registered Nurse for a 1:1 ratio Operating Room unit specializing in gynecological procedures including therapeutic abortions (TABs) and robotic hysterectomy. No oncology cases.
Requirements
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of Registered Nurse experience (highest required)
- Prior travel experience required; 1st time travelers will not be accepted
Skills & Certifications
- Required: BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
- Preferred: Robotics training, experience with Da Vinci surgical system, Novasure, Myosure
- Must be able to circulate in the OR
- Certifications may include ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM depending on unit specifics (verify as applicable)
Shift & Schedule
- 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (8-hour days)
- Call requirement: Approximately once per week from 5 PM to 7 AM, including holiday rotation
- Potential weekend call if weekend staff is off
- May float to other surgical service areas
Patient Population & Procedures
- Patients: Women ages 12 and up
- Procedures: Gynecological surgeries including therapeutic abortions and robotic hysterectomies
Unit Systems & Equipment
- Unit uses Pyxis, EPIC, SBAR systems
- Special equipment: Da Vinci robotic system preferred, Novasure, Myosure
Additional Information
Time Off Policy
- RTO (Return to Office) after booking is not allowed and cannot be worked out onsite
- Excessive call-offs or additional RTO may result in cancellation and Do Not Rehire status
Scrubs
- Provided
Compliance & Onboarding Requirements (Summary)
- Background checks within 6 months
- Drug testing within 6 months (9-panel acceptable)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with exceptions for past positives)
- Required health documents: Physical exam, immunizations (Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella), flu vaccination or exemption
- Competency exams including medication, dysrhythmia/EKG (with remediation process if needed)
- Photo for badge (passport style, white background, business attire)
- Completion of facility-specific orientation and training modules (including medication safety, confidentiality, hospital policies)
- Must complete Non-Novant Health Worker Orientation (up to 8 hours) prior to start
- Must complete Corp ID setup and log into I-Learn within 24 hours of receiving credentials to avoid start delays
Summary
This is a travel Registered Nurse position in an Operating Room specializing in gynecological surgeries with a 13-week contract. Candidates must have at least 2 years of RN experience and prior travel experience. The role requires call coverage, potential weekend float, and proficiency with robotic surgical equipment. Compliance with extensive onboarding, health, and competency requirements is mandatory.
Note: This summary excludes contact details, pay rates, and facility names per instructions.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Winston-Salem, NC
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Winston-Salem, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Winston-Salem is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 87°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 50°F, and average lows are around 30°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Winston-Salem, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Winston-Salem is fairly car-friendly, with reasonable traffic and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses, but the city is more reliant on private vehicles.
- Winston-Salem has a diverse population with a range of age groups.
- Common health issues include obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Winston-Salem offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a thriving arts scene with galleries and theaters, and it hosts music festivals and concerts.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, hiking trails, and nearby mountains.
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