Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,470 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – 13-Week Contract in Wheeling, West Virginia

Join an experienced surgical team as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in a high-volume acute-care surgical setting in Wheeling, WV. This on-site contract nursing opportunity supports preoperative and perioperative care across approximately 55–70 cases per day, including same-day procedures and overnight stays. Wheeling offers a welcoming Ohio Valley setting with historic character, scenic river views, and convenient access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions.

Operating Room RN Contract Details

• Location: Wheeling, West Virginia
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,200–$2,320
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Contract Dates: October 26, 2026 – January 25, 2027
• Healthcare Setting: Acute-care surgical center and preoperative area
• Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
• Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week; daytime schedules may include 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., or 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Additional Scheduling: Occasional midnight shifts, rotating weekend coverage, and scheduled secondary call responsibilities may be required
• Call Response: Approximately 30 minutes when assigned call coverage

Operating Room RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in West Virginia
• At least 1 year of Registered Nurse experience, preferably as an Operating Room Nurse, perioperative nurse, or preoperative nurse
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong intravenous (IV) skills
• Knowledge of surgical nursing care and perioperative workflows
• Ability to support a high-volume surgical environment and adapt to rotating schedules
• Robotics experience or familiarity with robotic surgical procedures is preferred

Operating Room Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preoperative nursing care for patients undergoing a broad range of surgical procedures
• Complete patient assessments, medication reviews, IV initiation, and preoperative preparation
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists, and other members of the perioperative team
• Apply sound surgical-care knowledge while preparing patients for same-day procedures and overnight admissions
• Support procedures involving robotic technology and other specialized surgical services
• Monitor patient readiness, identify changes in condition, and communicate concerns promptly
• Provide coverage for the OR holding area as needed
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation and follow established safety, infection-control, and patient-care standards
• Participate in scheduled weekend, holiday, and call rotations as assigned

Apply now to join this experienced perioperative healthcare team as an Operating Room Registered Nurse in Wheeling, West Virginia.

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GHR Healthcare Job ID #525616. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OR

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