OR RN
Knoxville, TN
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,160/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR)
Location
Knoxville, TN | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | Days | Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM | 13-Week Assignment
Key Responsibilities
- Provide perioperative nursing care in a high-volume operating room environment across multiple surgical specialties including GYN, General Robotics, Trauma, Urology, Colorectal, Neuro, and Bariatrics
- Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care throughout all phases of the operative experience
- Participate in on-call coverage as required — typically end of shift until 22:00 or 22:00 to 6:00 on weekdays; weekends consist of 12-hour call shifts
- Document patient care accurately and thoroughly using the facility's electronic medical records system (Cerner)
- Maintain compliance with all facility policies, safety standards, and required certifications including BLS, ACLS, and PALS
Required Qualifications
- Active and unrestricted RN license valid in the state of Tennessee
- Minimum 2 years of Operating Room nursing experience
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required — must be submitted with application or candidate will not be considered
- Proficiency with Cerner EMR
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible for this position
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience across multiple OR specialties such as Robotics, Neuro, Bariatrics, or Trauma
- Prior travel nursing experience in a fast-paced surgical setting
- Familiarity with on-call expectations in an acute care OR environment
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to gain diverse surgical experience across a broad range of OR specialties in a well-equipped facility
- Hospital-provided scrubs and a structured daytime schedule offering work-life balance during a 13-week engagement
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Knoxville, TN
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Knoxville, TN here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 87°F and lows of 66°F.
- Average winter highs of 48°F and lows of 30°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with easily navigable roads.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- Knoxville has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, strong sports culture with tailgating for University of Tennessee Vols, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and rafting.
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