Travel OR RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN OR Circulator for a day-shift position requiring prior operating room experience and current NC or compact RN licensure.

• Operating Room unit within a 355-bed acute care hospital
• 13-bed surgical suite with 1:1 patient ratios
• Adult population with minimal pediatric cases (outpatient only)
• Uses Davinci robotics, Mako, Holmium Laser, and Hana table
• Cerner EHR used
• 4x10hr day shifts, 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM
• Weekend call required only, no scheduled weekend shifts
• Call requirement of 7 days per month including Fri, Sat, and Sun
• No floating required

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) currently in hand
• ADN or BSN required
• AHA certifications required
• Minimum 1-2 years of OR experience required
• Ortho or Neuro experience preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration

• Facility is home to a Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Center, and Level 3 NICU
• No scrub color requirement as facility provides a scrub machine
• Outside attire not laundered by the hospital is not acceptable
• Must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be eligible for travel rate
• Cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
• Cannot be employed elsewhere full time while on assignment
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-770311. 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:
Travel RN
- Operating Room

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.