Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio

Apply now for a 13-week Operating Room RN travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio, supporting complex adult and geriatric surgical cases.

Bring your operating room expertise to a high-acuity surgical environment in Columbus, Ohio. This on-site travel nursing assignment offers an opportunity to support complex adult and geriatric cases while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a nationally recognized cancer-care setting. Registered Nurses with strong circulating experience and scrub skills–especially those experienced in neuro, thoracic, ENT, orthopedic, general, plastics, urology, gynecology, oncology, free-flap, and robotic procedures–are encouraged to apply.

Located in the 43210 area, Columbus offers an energetic blend of collegiate spirit, vibrant dining and arts, beautiful parks, and convenient access to downtown attractions. This Ohio travel nursing opportunity is an appealing choice for healthcare professionals seeking professional growth and an engaging community experience.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Assignment End Date: February 1, 2027
• Location: Columbus, Ohio 43210
• Setting: On-site operating room and perioperative care environment
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,050-$2,160
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts, with a rotating day/evening schedule
• Schedule: Variable combination of 8-, 10-, and 12-hour weekday shifts based on unit needs; full-time commitment
• Call: As needed, including evening, overnight, and weekend call opportunities
• Weekend Coverage: Required as scheduled
• Unit Overview: Approximately 20 operating rooms with an average daily census of 45 patients
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics

Operating Room RN Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of operating room registered nursing experience
• Travel nursing experience required
• Current Registered Nurse license in hand for Ohio or a valid compact nursing license
• Graduation from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS and CNOR certification preferred
• Previous Epic electronic health record experience required
• Strong circulating experience; scrub experience preferred
• Experience with complex surgical procedures, oncology care, and/or robotic systems preferred
• Ability to work a rotating day/evening schedule, call, and variable weekends
• Two professional references required, including at least one reference from a manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader

Perioperative Nursing Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care throughout the perioperative experience.
• Circulate and scrub for a broad range of surgical procedures as needed.
• Support general, thoracic, neuro, ENT, orthopedic, plastics, urologic, gynecologic, and oncologic surgeries.
• Assist with robotic, laparoscopic, free-flap, vascular, and complex cancer-related procedures.
• Prepare operating rooms, equipment, supplies, and instrumentation in accordance with surgical standards.
• Maintain strict infection prevention, specimen handling, radiation safety, laser safety, and universal protocol practices.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, including emergency and code situations.
• Document accurately in Epic and communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Promote patient safety, quality outcomes, and a positive experience for patients and families.

Apply now to join an experienced perioperative team on this Operating Room RN travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.