Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Lake Charles, LA | Days (5x8)

CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Lake Charles, LA
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Travel RN
Operating Room Nurse in Lake Charles, LA
Weekly Pay
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$2,300
Specialty
Operating Room
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
5×8 hrs
Start Date
09/14
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Operating Room travel nurse job in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital. This role pays $2,300 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more

As the Operating Room registered nurse on this assignment, you'll circulate surgical cases, verify patients, sites, and counts, participate in surgical time-outs, and safeguard sterile technique from setup through handoff to recovery.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this Operating Room travel nurse job in Lake Charles, LA, and find others just like it. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital
  • Location: Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (5x8)
  • EMR System: Epic

Responsibilities

  • Circulate for surgical procedures and, when trained and assigned, perform the scrub role across assigned service lines
  • Advocate for patient safety under anesthesia, verifying required consent and site documentation and participating in surgical time-outs
  • Monitor and protect the sterile field, performing and reconciling instrument, sponge, and sharps counts with the perioperative team
  • Anticipate surgeon and team needs, managing supplies, equipment, positioning, and specimen handling per facility protocol

Travel Operating Room Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Operating Room experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Louisiana and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Operating Room Travel Nurse Jobs Near Lake Charles, LA

Are there other Operating Room travel nursing jobs near Lake Charles, Louisiana?

Yes! Advantis Medical frequently staffs Operating Room travel RN jobs in nearby areas. For your convenience, our similar jobs are sorted by distance so you can quickly review jobs that are close by.

If more than one contract looks like a fit, selecting “I’m Interested” on multiple assignments can give you more options to discuss with your recruiter.

What certifications are required for this travel OR job?
Most travel OR positions require:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • CNOR (preferred or required for many roles)
Additional certifications may be needed for pediatric or other sub-specialty OR settings. Click "I’m Interested" to connect with a recruiter who can confirm exactly what’s needed for this role.
Will I need experience with specific surgical cases for this OR assignment?
Most travel OR jobs look for recent perioperative experience in the role listed, such as circulating or scrubbing. Required experience may also depend on the facility’s surgical specialties, case types, equipment, and call expectations. Click “I’m Interested” to connect with a recruiter about assignment-specific requirements.
Can I use my multistate RN license for this Louisiana assignment?
Yes—an active multistate RN license covers this assignment because Louisiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state. Endorsement applicants should know the process isn’t fully digital: most documents upload through the Nurse Portal, but the background-check packet and notarized affidavit of verification must reach the Board by postal mail. Our Louisiana Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Licensing in Louisiana

Compact license accepted. Louisiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you. See the Louisiana Licensing Center →

Explore Lake Charles, LA

Located in Southwest Louisiana, Lake Charles (LA) offers a delightful blend of culture, delectable cuisine, and attractions. Travel nurses and allied health professionals flock here for its bewitching appeal. Immerse yourself in Cajun and Creole traditions, sample mouthwatering seafood, and explore renowned destinations like the Creole Nature Trail and Mardi Gras Museum. Enjoy a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters, perfect for leisure activities like fishing and boating on Lake Charles. Within close proximity to major cities like Houston and Baton Rouge, Lake Charles is a thrilling and inviting place to start your career with Advantis Medical.

Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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