Location: Augusta, GA

Start Date: 04-20-2026

End Date: 07-20-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating day shifts (primary hours 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM), variable days including weekends; includes call shifts (approximately 4-5 call shifts per 4 weeks)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care in the main OR for orthopedic, general, urology, and vascular cases
• Scrub and circulate for major joint arthroplasty and other surgical procedures following AORN guidelines
• Assist with advanced technologies (Da Vinci Xi, MAKO, Stryker, OMNI) and maintain sterile technique
• Document care accurately and timely in MEDITECH
• Participate in call rotations and weekend coverage as scheduled
• Float to other areas as needed when OR rooms are shut down, supporting overall patient flow
• Deliver excellent patient experience with a patient-first mindset

Qualifications

• Active RN license (required)
• Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience (must have orthopedic major joint experience)
• Proven experience with perioperative patient care: scrub/sterile technique and AORN guidelines
• BLS certification required
• Comfortable with call shifts and weekend rotations
• Certifications (CNOR or specialty certs) a plus

Education

• Active RN license (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Orthopedic surgery and major joint arthroplasty expertise
• Perioperative care, scrub and sterile technique
• Familiarity with MEDITECH documentation
• Experience with Da Vinci Xi robotics, MAKO navigation, Stryker systems, and OMNI navigation
• Understanding of AORN guidelines and sterile processing workflows
• Strong teamwork, punctuality, and positive attitude in fast-paced OR environments

Benefits

• Join a collaborative, team-first OR where your work truly matters
• Scrubs provided by the facility — pack light
• No parking fees in the facility garage
• Access to on-site cafeteria and convenient amenities
• Work in a top-ranked surgical program with strong recognition
• Sterile processing located on the same floor for smoother workflows
• Supportive leadership and a culture that values teamwork
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification support

Travel Perks: Explore Augusta, GA

This is a travel assignment in Augusta, GA — enjoy the Riverwalk and Augusta Canal for scenic walks and kayaking, catch seasonal excitement around the historic Masters Tournament at Augusta National, explore local museums and dining in downtown Augusta, or take weekend trips to nearby parks and state recreation areas. Plenty of southern charm, friendly neighborhoods, and opportunities to unwind after a rewarding OR shift.

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