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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel OR RN

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Baton Rouge, LA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care ...

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Travel Nurse RN - GI Lab

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel The Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN) demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment and leadership in the anticipation and planning for the ...

Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel OR RN

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/07/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week ... Shift: 8 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel Nurses, Inc. Job ID #346843. Pay package is based ...

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Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel EP Lab RN

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Shift: 8 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel Nurses, Inc. Job ID #341162. Pay package is based ... EP Lab Registered Nurse About Travel Nurses, Inc. Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and ...

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How much do 8 hour rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for 8 hour rn in Baton Rouge, LA is $42.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.31 and $49.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an 8 hour RN?

An 8 Hour RN job refers to a registered nursing position where the nurse works 8-hour shifts, typically covering morning, evening, or night schedules. These roles are common in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, where nursing care is required around the clock. Unlike 12-hour shifts, 8-hour shifts may provide better work-life balance and less physical strain. However, they may require more frequent shift rotations and could include weekends or holidays depending on the workplace.

What does a standard shift look like for an 8 hour RN, and how does the schedule impact work-life balance?

An 8 Hour RN typically works in fixed shifts, either mornings, afternoons, or nights, providing consistent and predictable hours compared to longer shifts common in nursing. This schedule allows for clear delineation between work and personal time, often contributing to improved work-life balance and reduced fatigue. RNs in these roles are responsible for focused patient care, detailed charting, and effective communication at shift change to ensure smooth transitions. Working in regular shifts often means collaborating closely with other nurses and interdisciplinary team members throughout the day.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 8 hour RN position, and why are they important?

Excelling as an 8 Hour RN requires a current RN license, sound clinical judgment, patient care skills, and familiarity with standard nursing practices. Experience with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration technologies, and vital signs monitoring systems is typical. Strong organizational skills, dependability, and compassionate communication are crucial soft skills for managing care efficiently within a set shift. These abilities ensure continuity of care, patient safety, and smooth handoffs during structured 8-hour shifts.

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Infographic showing various 8 Hour Rn job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 10% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,846 per year, or $42.7 per hour.

Travel OR RN

TNAA TotalMed RN

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Baton Rouge, LA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience as a circulating nurse, and/or scrub nurse, and potentially RN first assistant. Read below for more requirements.
As an OR Travel Nurse, you will assist physicians and medical staff in caring for surgical patients, as well as providing pre- and post-surgery care and education to the patient. Circulating OR Nurses work within the operating suite but outside of the sterile field; Scrub OR Nurses handle and prepare operating instruments and equipment within the sterile field. Surgery responsibilities may include preparing instruments for specific surgical procedures, monitoring and observing the patient during surgery, and responding to potential complications alongside the physician.
As an OR Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Provide basic bedside care.
  • Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
  • Serve as the communication liaison between patients' family members and members of the operating team.
  • Ensure that the correct procedure(s) is being performed on the correct patient.
  • Initiate patient education plan as prescribed by physician; teach patients and families how to manage medication and home care needs.
Additional duties for Circulating OR Nurses may include:
  • Responding to comfort and safety needs of patient.
  • Accurate care and handling of specimens.
  • Monitoring equipment used during surgery.
  • Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.
Additional duties for Scrub OR Nurses may include:
  • Selection and handling of surgical instruments and supplies during procedures.
  • Inventory of surgical items pre- and post-procedure.
Additional duties for RN First Assistant may include:
  • Assist physicians by delivering direct surgical care.
  • Help control bleeding.
  • Suture patients following surgery.
OR Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. RNs may face hazards from exposure to certain chemicals or infectious diseases in the operating room environment.
Requirements*: BLS, 3 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Travel Job ID #1484246. 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: Operating Room - OR RN - Travel Nurse

About TNAA TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.


TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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