OR Registered Nurse | Waynesville, North Carolina

An opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Nurse specializing in the Operating Room to contribute expertise in a dynamic surgical environment. This contract position offers a chance to bring specialized skills to a variety of surgical services over a 13-week period beginning December 22, 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide perioperative nursing care in the Operating Room across diverse specialties including General Surgery, Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Urology, Endoscopy, Trauma, and Robotic-assisted procedures.
• Support cases involving Bariatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, ENT, Cataracts/Retina surgeries, and Cesarean sections with a focus on emergency readiness.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation using EPIC, staying current per institutional requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with surgical teams to enhance patient outcomes in fast-paced OR settings.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years of operating room nursing experience, encompassing various service lines.
• Proven ability to manage emergency situations confidently.
• At least 2 years of full-time OR experience plus completion of one successful travel assignment.
• Proficient in General, Orthopedic, Joint, Urology, Endoscopy, Trauma, and robotic Da Vinci surgical cases.
• Required specific expertise in cataracts/retina surgeries, vascular procedures (including thrombectomy), and cesarean sections.
• Active NC or compact Registered Nurse license.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrated recent experience (within 6 months) using EPIC for charting.

Schedule:

• Flexible scheduling during the 13-week contract term.

Location Insight: Waynesville, NC, offers a quaint mountain town environment with scenic beauty and a welcoming community feel. Its proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains makes it ideal for enjoying outdoor activities during off hours.

This role is perfect for OR nurses ready to engage in challenging cases and expand their expertise within a supportive, patient-focused setting. Interested candidates with the required credentials and experience are encouraged to apply promptly to secure this impactful assignment.