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Job description
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Assignment in Hickory, North Carolinan
Overview
nJoin a fast-paced surgical team in Hickory, NC, and put your perioperative nursing skills to work in a rewarding travel nursing assignment. This Operating Room Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for a confident RN who enjoys a collaborative environment, advanced surgical technology, and delivering high-quality patient care.
nLocated in western North Carolina, Hickory offers a welcoming community with a small-city feel, convenient amenities, and easy access to the scenic Blue Ridge foothills. If you’re looking for North Carolina nursing jobs with strong clinical experience and great pay, apply today.
Job Details
n Assignment Type: Travel Nursing / Travel RNn
Schedule: Day shift coverage with unit notes indicating 4 shifts per weekn
Shift Duration: 8-hour days; unit scheduling notes also reference 10-hour day coverage from 6:45 AM to 5:15 PMn
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 40n
Assignment Length: 13 weeksn
Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,850 to $1,940n
Start Date: October 12, 2026n
Healthcare Setting: Operating Room / Perioperative Nursingn
Patient Population: Adults with minimal pediatric outpatient casesn
Electronic Health Record: Cernern
Technology Exposure: DaVinci robotics, Mako, Holmium Laser, and Hana tablen
Call Requirements: 7 days per month, including Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundaysn
Weekend Coverage: Call on weekends onlyn
Job Requirements
n Active RN license or eligibility to practice as a Registered Nursen
ADN or BSN requiredn
Minimum of 1 year of Operating Room experience requiredn
Ortho or neuro experience preferredn
Experience in perioperative nursing and surgical care preferredn
Ability to work effectively in a 1:1 patient care environmentn
Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt in a busy surgical settingn
Willingness to participate in a call rotationn
Responsibilities
n Provide safe, compassionate, and efficient perioperative nursing care in the Operating Roomn
Prepare the operating room and support surgical workflow throughout the dayn
Assist the surgical team during procedures while maintaining sterile techniquen
Monitor patient needs and respond quickly to changes in clinical statusn
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, and OR staff to ensure smooth case progressionn
Support procedures involving advanced surgical technologies, including roboticsn
Participate in scheduled call coverage and weekend call as assignedn
Apply now to join this Operating Room RN travel assignment in Hickory, North Carolina, and take the next step in your healthcare career.
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OR
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.
Worksite address
hickory, NC, 28601, US
Who can apply
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