GHR Healthcare 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
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Charleston, SC
Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with a 13-week travel assignment at a leading ambulatory surgery center in Charleston, South Carolina (29407). This travel nursing opportunity offers hands-on experience in orthopedic surgery and other specialties, all while enjoying the vibrant culture, historic charm, and coastal beauty of Charleston. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in patient care!
Travel Nursing Job Details Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1700-$1820
Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 11/24/2025 – End: 2/23/2026)
Shift: 4x10-hour day shifts per week (06:30 AM – 5:00 PM), with occasional late stays
Hours per Week: 40
Healthcare Setting: Ambulatory Surgery Center – Orthopedic focus
Location: Charleston, SC 29407 (South Carolina nursing jobs)
On-Call: Not required
Floating: Possible within perioperative facility
Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off up to 10 hours per 2-week period
Registered Nurse Qualifications Active South Carolina or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) License (must be issued/active before start date)
BLS certification (American Heart Association)
Minimum 1 year of recent Operating Room RN experience (perioperative nursing experience preferred)
Experience in specialties such as Ophthalmology, Orthopedics (total joints, arthroscopy), ENT, GYN, GU, Endocrine, Surgical Oncology, Plastics, Robotics
Epic electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred
Ability to provide or obtain a radiation badge (as required by parent company)
Strong IV, medication administration, and patient assessment skills
Ability to complete all travel nurse compliance requirements prior to start
Registered Nurse Responsibilities Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate perioperative nursing care to surgical patients, primarily in orthopedic cases
Prepare patients for surgery: history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, EKGs, IV starts, and pre-op medications
Monitor and recover post-anesthesia patients, including vital sign monitoring, discharge instructions, and safe patient discharge
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the perioperative healthcare team for optimal patient outcomes
Utilize advanced operating room equipment: Skytron beds, Stryker power tools, Arthrex arthroscopy systems, and more
Maintain accurate documentation using Epic EMR
Demonstrate flexibility for occasional late stays and potential floating within perioperative services
Why Choose Charleston, SC? Experience your travel nursing assignment in a city known for its historic architecture, beautiful beaches, and vibrant local culture. The 29407 area provides easy access to downtown Charleston, scenic parks, and a welcoming healthcare community—perfect for exploring during your time off!
Apply now to join our dedicated surgical nursing team in Charleston, South Carolina, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:
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GHR Healthcare Job ID #425072. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OR
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