GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/24/2025
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Charleston, SC – Surgical Short Stay/Observation Unit
Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in Charleston, South Carolina (29407). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern six-bay, 23-hour observation unit within a state-of-the-art surgery center PACU. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced RNs seeking travel nursing jobs in South Carolina's vibrant healthcare sector. Enjoy Charleston’s historic charm, coastal beauty, and thriving medical community while making a difference in patient care.
Travel Nursing Job Details Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Contract
Location: Charleston, SC 29407 (South Carolina nursing jobs)
Facility Setting: Surgical Short Stay/Observation Unit (inside large clinic surgery center PACU)
Start Date: November 24, 2025
End Date: February 23, 2026
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Shifts: 3x12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM), Monday through Thursday (No Fridays, weekends, or holidays!)
Hours per Week: 36
Estimated Weekly Salary: $1530 - $1640
Patient Ratio: 1:3 expected, up to 1:6 maximum
Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
Registered Nurse Qualifications Active South Carolina or Multi-State/Compact RN license (must be active prior to start)
Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an Operating Room (OR), PACU, or similar clinical setting
BLS and ACLS certifications required
Proficiency in airway assessment, ambulatory/outpatient care, conscious sedation, medication reconciliation, nerve blocks, phlebotomy, pre/post-op care, and IV starts/maintenance
Strong ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary healthcare environment
First-time travel nurses are encouraged to apply!
OR RN Responsibilities Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in the surgical short stay/observation unit
Work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and operating room staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Monitor and assess patients before and after surgery, including those undergoing orthopedic, interventional radiology, and GI procedures
Administer medications, initiate IVs, and manage conscious sedation as required
Accurately document all aspects of patient care and clinical interventions
Float to other observation units as needed to support patient census
Maintain a safe, secure environment for patients and healthcare staff, especially during overnight shifts
Why Choose Charleston, SC? Experience your travel nursing assignment in a city celebrated for its historic architecture, award-winning restaurants, and scenic beaches. Charleston offers a welcoming community, excellent healthcare facilities, and a variety of activities to enjoy during your downtime. Discover why Charleston is a top destination for healthcare professionals seeking travel nursing jobs in South Carolina!
Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career in Charleston, SC!
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #425070. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OR
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