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Cynet Health

RN - OR

Aiken, SC

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for operating room consultant in the United States is $41.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.33 and $49.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Operating Room Consultants are responsible for evaluating and advising on the efficiency and quality of operating room procedures, including workflow optimization, staff training, and compliance with safety standards. On a daily basis, you may observe surgeries, analyze processes, communicate with surgeons and perioperative staff, and recommend improvements for equipment use and scheduling. You’ll frequently develop and deliver training sessions to keep the team up-to-date on best practices and regulatory requirements. This role is highly collaborative and plays a crucial part in boosting both patient care and operational effectiveness within the surgical suite.

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To thrive as an Operating Room Consultant, you need a deep understanding of surgical procedures, operating room protocols, and clinical best practices, often supported by a background in perioperative nursing or healthcare management. Familiarity with operating room instrumentation, electronic medical records (EMR) systems, and certifications such as CNOR or similar are highly valued. Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help you effectively advise medical teams and facilitate positive changes. These competencies ensure safe, efficient operating room environments and drive improvements in patient outcomes and workflow.

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An Operating Room Consultant is a healthcare professional who provides expertise to improve the efficiency, safety, and effectiveness of surgical operations. They assess workflows, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Their role may involve staff training, optimizing resource utilization, and enhancing patient outcomes. Consultants often work with hospitals, surgical centers, and healthcare organizations to drive operational improvements.

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Infographic showing various Operating Room Consultant job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,430 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

American Consultants

Hobbs, NM

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

American Consultants is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Hobbs, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 06/29/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel
Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Operating Room – Hobbs, NM 88240

Start Date: June 29, 2026

Location: Hobbs, New Mexico

Schedule: Day shift, 5x8-hour (07:00 - 15:00). On-call required 1-2 weekdays and 1-2 weekends per month. Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day). 91-day assignment.

Highlights:
  • Short-term acute care facility with 61 beds and 5 operating rooms
  • Daily census of 5-6 cases with 1:1 patient ratios
  • Specialty focus includes orthopedics, general surgery, gynecology, and podiatry
  • Epic charting system in use
  • Free parking and interdisciplinary support including PT, respiratory services, radiology, and pharmacy
  • 40-hour orientation provided
Requirements:
  • Active New Mexico RN license or Compact license (must be in hand at submission)
  • Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience required
  • Previous travel experience required
  • Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
  • Epic charting experience required
  • Proficiency in orthopedic, general, gynecological, and podiatric procedures
  • Skills in laparoscopic procedures, total joint replacement, trauma, arthroscopy, and ambulatory OR
  • Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
Why Join Us?

This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to work in a well-supported acute care environment with manageable patient ratios and a collaborative team. You'll gain diverse OR experience across multiple specialties while enjoying the flexibility of travel nursing. All time-off requests and scheduling needs should be submitted upfront to ensure proper planning and approval.

American Consultants Job ID #18455361. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Operating Room,07:00:00-15:00:00

About American Consultants

Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.

Benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Weekly pay
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

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