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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,720 per week

PlanetHealthcare, Watertown, New York, United States, 13601

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Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Watertown, New York. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

OR - Operating Room Discipline:

RN Start Date:

12/01/2025 Duration:

13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift:

8 hours Employment Type:

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Watertown, NY

Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with this 13-week travel nursing assignment in Watertown, NY (zip code 13601). Join a leading surgical team and provide exceptional patient care in a state-of-the-art healthcare facility. Located in New York's scenic North Country, Watertown offers a welcoming community, beautiful parks, and easy access to the Thousand Islands and Lake Ontario—making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and adventure.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Job Title:

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Assignment

Location:

Watertown, NY 13601 (New York healthcare jobs)

Assignment Length:

13 weeks

Start Date:

November 17, 2025

End Date:

February 18, 2026

Shift:

8-hour days (includes weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations)

Hours per Week:

40 (guaranteed)

On-Site Position

Call Response Time:

30 minutes

Estimated Weekly Salary:

$2500-$2560

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Active NYS Registered Nurse license or eligibility (New York nursing jobs)

BLS certification required

ACLS certification preferred

Minimum 1 year of medical/surgical or operating room RN experience preferred

Successful completion and passing grade on final exam required for employment as an OR RN

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to interpret lethal dysrhythmias and respond appropriately

Proficient in clinical equipment and aseptic techniques in an OR/ASU setting

Demonstrated ability to identify and address safety issues for self and patients

Ability to perform well under pressure and utilize creative problem-solving skills

Preceptorship, charge nurse, and leadership experience preferred for experienced RNs

Operating Room RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality patient care in the Operating Room as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Assess and address patient needs, including clinical, educational, mental, and spiritual aspects

Implement and follow safety protocols, including safe patient handling and movement

Operate and maintain clinical equipment, ensuring a sterile and safe environment

Interpret cardiac rhythms and take appropriate action as needed

Demonstrate leadership by prioritizing and delegating nursing tasks

Assume charge nurse duties as required

Participate in weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations

Maintain strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

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to join our healthcare team as a travel Operating Room Registered Nurse in Watertown, NY, and take the next step in your nursing career! Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

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We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. 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. Planet Healthcare Job ID #424595. 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 About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today. Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare. Our Methodology Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon. CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX

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