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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbus, OH for RNs

Find Top RN Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbus, Ohio

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Columbus, Ohio. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Columbus’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

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Search Top Paying Operating Room Jobs in or near Columbus

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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Zanesville, Ohio – 43701
    Distance from Columbus: 52 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 16
$1,985 to $2,188
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Zanesville, Ohio – 43701
    Distance from Columbus: 52 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 16
$1,985 to $2,188
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Greenville, Ohio – 45331
    Distance from Columbus: 87 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,909 to $2,103
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Parkersburg, West Virginia – 26101
    Distance from Columbus: 90 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$2,056 to $2,265
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Crisis
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Detroit, Michigan – 48235
    Distance from Columbus: 164 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$2,349 to $2,588
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Detroit, Michigan – 48202
    Distance from Columbus: 164 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,783 to $1,965
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Detroit, Michigan – 48202
    Distance from Columbus: 164 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,402 to $1,545
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Grosse Pointe, Michigan – 48236
    Distance from Columbus: 168 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • July 8, 2025
  • 13
$2,095 to $2,309
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
    Distance from Columbus: 188 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,987 to $2,190
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Lafayette, Indiana – 47905
    Distance from Columbus: 207 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$2,007 to $2,212
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
    Distance from Columbus: 243 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,876 to $2,067
Weekly Pay*
500 bed Level 2 Trauma center and teaching facility. 11 suite OR sees Ortho, General, ENT, Spine, Urology, Vascular, Robotics and others. Salem is a city of 25k, the Roanoke County seat, and an integral part of Virginia’s Blue Ridge region. The city features a charming downtown combining historical elements, a delicious food & drink scene, and rich arts & cultural amenities.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Saginaw, Michigan – 48601
    Distance from Columbus: 244 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,702 to $1,876
Weekly Pay*
This position is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient before and during a surgical procedure and maintains patient safety. The RN outlines individual care plans, implements, evaluates and documents care of the patient during surgical procedures. Provides leadership to the OR team. Communicates with the patient and family, OR team, supervisor, manager and ancillary departments. Participates in staff development through preceptorship and continuing education
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Saginaw, Michigan – 48601
    Distance from Columbus: 244 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,702 to $1,876
Weekly Pay*
This position is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient before and during a surgical procedure and maintains patient safety. The RN outlines individual care plans, implements, evaluates and documents care of the patient during surgical procedures. Provides leadership to the OR team. Communicates with the patient and family, OR team, supervisor, manager and ancillary departments. Participates in staff development through preceptorship and continuing education
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Saginaw, Michigan – 48601
    Distance from Columbus: 244 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,173 to $1,293
Weekly Pay*
This position is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient before and during a surgical procedure and maintains patient safety. The RN outlines individual care plans, implements, evaluates and documents care of the patient during surgical procedures. Provides leadership to the OR team. Communicates with the patient and family, OR team, supervisor, manager and ancillary departments. Participates in staff development through preceptorship and continuing education
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Lynchburg, Virginia – 24501
    Distance from Columbus: 272 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 8
$1,847 to $2,036
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Lynchburg, Virginia – 24501
    Distance from Columbus: 272 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,742 to $1,919
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Lynchburg, Virginia – 24501
    Distance from Columbus: 272 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 8
$1,742 to $1,919
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Leesburg, Virginia – 20176
    Distance from Columbus: 295 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 12
$2,025 to $2,232
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Columbus: 302 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,919 to $2,115
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Columbus: 302 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,819 to $2,005
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its team. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Columbus: 302 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 20, 2025
$1,819 to $2,005
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Fredericksburg, Virginia – 22408
    Distance from Columbus: 318 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,982 to $2,184
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Camp Hill, Pennsylvania – 17011
    Distance from Columbus: 322 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 5, 2025
  • 14
$2,303 to $2,538
Weekly Pay*
Penn State – a world renown health center is looking for an RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Concord, North Carolina – 28025
    Distance from Columbus: 341 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,457 to $1,605
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Statistics on OR RN Jobs in Columbus, Ohio

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Columbus. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Columbus and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Columbus and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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Jobs by Facility types

FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for RNs in Columbus, OH

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Columbus?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Columbus and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Columbus and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Columbus can make an average of $2,243 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Columbus and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Columbus can make an average of $2,162 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Columbus?

  • James Cancer Hospital Solove Research Institute Ohio State in Columbus
  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus
  • Wayne Healthcare Aka Wayne Hospital in Greenville (87 miles from Columbus)

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Columbus?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Columbus is 13 weeks.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbus

In Columbus, facilities like James Cancer Hospital Solove Research Institute Ohio State and Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Downtown Columbus (zip code 43203), Northwoods (zip code 43236) and Olentangy High Bluffs (zip code 43236) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Columbus’s OR job opportunities are Grove City (7.4 miles), Hilliard (9.8 miles) and Dublin (11.3 miles). These are near to zip codes: 45331 (87 miles).

Columbus Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 6 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Columbus. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling OR nurse position in or nearby Columbus.

James Cancer Hospital Solove Research Institute Ohio State
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks, 6 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, and 26 wks
Address
460 W 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
Nearby Neighborhoods
Downtown Columbus (43203), Northwoods (43236), Olentangy High Bluffs (43236), Idlewood Manor (43068)
Mount Carmel Grove City
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Oncology RN, Operating Room RN, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, and RN Case Manager
Address
5300 N. Meadows Drive
Grove City, OH 43123
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 9 wks, 11 wks, and 13 wks
Address
410 W 10th Ave
Columbus, OH 43210
Nearby Neighborhoods
Downtown Columbus (43203), Northwoods (43236), Olentangy High Bluffs (43236), Idlewood Manor (43068)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.