GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with this 13-week travel nursing assignment in Wilkes Barre, PA (zip code 18764). Join a leading healthcare facility in northeastern Pennsylvania, known for its supportive surgical team, state-of-the-art operating rooms, and vibrant local community. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced travel nurses seeking rewarding OR RN jobs in Pennsylvania.
Travel Nursing Job Details
Assignment Type : Travel Registered Nurse (OR RN)
Location : Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania 18764
Start Date : December 1, 2025
End Date : March 2, 2026
Duration : 13 weeks
Shift : 6 : 45 AM – 3 : 15 PM (8 Hour Days)
Hours per Week : 40
Estimated Weekly Salary : $1750 - $1870
Call Requirements : 1 every 6 days, including weekends
Patient Ratio : 1 : 1 or 2 : 1
Unit Beds : 13
EMR System : Cerner
Scrub Color : Blue
Registered Nurse Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Pennsylvania or compact state
BLS certification required
Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience
At least 1 year of travel nursing experience preferred
Ability to float to pre-op and endoscopy units as needed
Strong clinical, critical thinking, and communication skills
OR RN Responsibilities
Provide safe, effective patient care in the operating room in accordance with State Nurse Practice Act, AORN, and healthcare regulatory standards
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Prepare and maintain operating room supplies, instruments, and equipment
Communicate with patients’ families and update physician preference cards
Scrub and assist physicians during surgical procedures
Supervise and support healthcare personnel delivering patient care
Float to pre-op and endoscopy units as required
Discover rewarding travel nursing jobs in Pennsylvania and experience the best of Wilkes Barre’s healthcare community. Apply now to join our dedicated surgical team and make a positive impact on patient care in this thriving Pennsylvania location!
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 : www.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.
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #426875. 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 GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
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advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
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Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse • Wilkes-Barre, PA, US