Apply Now

Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Chattanooga, TN for RNs

Find Top RN Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Chattanooga, Tennessee

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Chattanooga, Tennessee. 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 Chattanooga’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Chattanooga is a great location for OR travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

Show more Show less

Search Top Paying Operating Room Jobs in or near Chattanooga

We have 152 Operating Room jobs total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Duluth, Georgia – 30096
    Distance from Chattanooga: 98 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 12
$1,763 to $1,942
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.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30342
    Distance from Chattanooga: 104 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 12
$1,872 to $2,063
Weekly Pay*
Northside Hospital Atlanta (in Sandy Springs) opened in 1970 and is our system’s flagship hospital. What started as a facility with 250 beds has expanded to 621 beds, 2,300 physicians and more than 11,000 employees.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30342
    Distance from Chattanooga: 104 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,872 to $2,063
Weekly Pay*
Northside Hospital Atlanta (in Sandy Springs) opened in 1970 and is our system’s flagship hospital. What started as a facility with 250 beds has expanded to 621 beds, 2,300 physicians and more than 11,000 employees.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30342
    Distance from Chattanooga: 104 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,872 to $2,063
Weekly Pay*
Northside Hospital Atlanta (in Sandy Springs) opened in 1970 and is our system’s flagship hospital. What started as a facility with 250 beds has expanded to 621 beds, 2,300 physicians and more than 11,000 employees.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30303
    Distance from Chattanooga: 104 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,766 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
Bill rate: $ 130 M-F 645a-515p, no call 10hr Day 8 WEEKS 40 GWW
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30303
    Distance from Chattanooga: 104 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,766 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
Bill rate: $ 130 M-F 645a-515p, no call 10hr Day 8 WEEKS 40 GWW
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30342
    Distance from Chattanooga: 104 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,749 to $1,927
Weekly Pay*
Northside Hospital Atlanta (in Sandy Springs) opened in 1970 and is our system’s flagship hospital. What started as a facility with 250 beds has expanded to 621 beds, 2,300 physicians and more than 11,000 employees.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30342
    Distance from Chattanooga: 104 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 12
$1,625 to $1,791
Weekly Pay*
Northside Hospital Atlanta (in Sandy Springs) opened in 1970 and is our system’s flagship hospital. What started as a facility with 250 beds has expanded to 621 beds, 2,300 physicians and more than 11,000 employees.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Lawrenceville, Georgia – 30045
    Distance from Chattanooga: 106 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,763 to $1,942
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.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Chattanooga: 160 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 1, 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
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Chattanooga: 160 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,919 to $2,115
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
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Chattanooga: 160 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 3, 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
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
    Distance from Chattanooga: 193 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 14, 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.
show more show less
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Warner Robins, Georgia – 31093
    Distance from Chattanooga: 194 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,932 to $2,130
Weekly Pay*
Number of Beds/Cases: 8 rooms/550 cases Selling Points for unit: Cases have GEN, ROBOTICS, GYN, ORTHO,PODIATRY, MINOR VASCULAR, ENT, UROLOGY, GI
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Madisonville, Kentucky – 42431
    Distance from Chattanooga: 199 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,105 to $2,319
Weekly Pay*
Need a RN for Surgery. Def need to be very skilled in ortho, general, abdominal, urology, vascular. Hearts would be a bonus!!!
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40215
    Distance from Chattanooga: 223 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,730 to $1,907
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team. 300 bed community hospital offers a full range of vascular, orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, surgical, rehabilitative and 24/7 emergency services including 24/7 STEMI service
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40215
    Distance from Chattanooga: 223 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,730 to $1,907
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team. 300 bed community hospital offers a full range of vascular, orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, surgical, rehabilitative and 24/7 emergency services including 24/7 STEMI service
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Concord, North Carolina – 28025
    Distance from Chattanooga: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 12
$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.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Meridian, Mississippi – 39301
    Distance from Chattanooga: 269 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,851 to $2,040
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual 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.
show more show less
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Herrin, Illinois – 62948
    Distance from Chattanooga: 281 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,058 to $2,268
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN 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.
show more show less
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Carbondale, Illinois – 62901
    Distance from Chattanooga: 286 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 8, 2025
  • 13
$2,058 to $2,268
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN 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.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Greenville, Ohio – 45331
    Distance from Chattanooga: 351 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
Contact for Details
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.
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Lumberton, North Carolina – 28358
    Distance from Chattanooga: 358 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,953 to $2,152
Weekly Pay*
About Facility: Address: 300 W 27th Street, Lumberton, NC 28358 452 Beds No trauma Designation General Information: Number of ORs: 4 OR’S and 1 Endoscopy Suite Will you accept a traveler with 1-year experience? RN: yes CST: yes Nursing Assistant: yes First Assist (if applicable): yes Case Types: GYN GENERAL ROBOTICS—BARIATRIC, PROSTATE, HERNIA, GALLBLADDER, HYSTERECTOMY UROLOGY ORTHO ORTHO/SPINE PODIATRY PLASTICS CATARACT ENT ENDOSCOPY—COLON, EGD, ERCP, BRONCHOSCOPY Average # of cases performed in a day: 25 Required Licensure and Certifications: RN: BLS, ACLS Scrub Tech: BLS, National certification (CST) – NBSTSA required – MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH PROFILE Nursing Assistant: BLS First Assist: BLS, National certification (CSFA) – NBSTSA required – MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH PROFILE Skills required: RN: able to circulate above cases Scrub Tech: able to scrub above cases independently Nursing Assistant: general knowledge of the OR First Assist (if applicable): able to assist independently Technology/Equipment: EMR: Epic IV pumps: Alaris Medication dispensing: Omnicell Floating: No floating required Orientation: How many days are given? Dependent on skillset and experience Scheduling: Weekend rotation: weekend call – discussed during interview On call? If so, what is that schedule? RN: dependent on staffing – typically one weekend every 7 weeks Scrub Tech: dependent on staffing – typically one weekend every 5 weeks Nursing Assistant: No call First Assist (if applicable): dependent on staffing – typically one weekend every 5 weeks Holiday Expectations? Call only RTO: Manager approval Shift times: 0645 – 1515 1445 – 2315 2245 – 0715 Schedule cycle: Every 8 weeks Other notes: Scrub Color: Provided/procedural Parking: Free
show more show less
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Lumberton, North Carolina – 28358
    Distance from Chattanooga: 358 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 12
$1,739 to $1,917
Weekly Pay*
About Facility: Address: 300 W 27th Street, Lumberton, NC 28358 452 Beds No trauma Designation General Information: Number of ORs: 4 OR’S and 1 Endoscopy Suite Will you accept a traveler with 1-year experience? RN: yes CST: yes Nursing Assistant: yes First Assist (if applicable): yes Case Types: GYN GENERAL ROBOTICS—BARIATRIC, PROSTATE, HERNIA, GALLBLADDER, HYSTERECTOMY UROLOGY ORTHO ORTHO/SPINE PODIATRY PLASTICS CATARACT ENT ENDOSCOPY—COLON, EGD, ERCP, BRONCHOSCOPY Average # of cases performed in a day: 25 Required Licensure and Certifications: RN: BLS, ACLS Scrub Tech: BLS, National certification (CST) – NBSTSA required – MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH PROFILE Nursing Assistant: BLS First Assist: BLS, National certification (CSFA) – NBSTSA required – MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH PROFILE Skills required: RN: able to circulate above cases Scrub Tech: able to scrub above cases independently Nursing Assistant: general knowledge of the OR First Assist (if applicable): able to assist independently Technology/Equipment: EMR: Epic IV pumps: Alaris Medication dispensing: Omnicell Floating: No floating required Orientation: How many days are given? Dependent on skillset and experience Scheduling: Weekend rotation: weekend call – discussed during interview On call? If so, what is that schedule? RN: dependent on staffing – typically one weekend every 7 weeks Scrub Tech: dependent on staffing – typically one weekend every 5 weeks Nursing Assistant: No call First Assist (if applicable): dependent on staffing – typically one weekend every 5 weeks Holiday Expectations? Call only RTO: Manager approval Shift times: 0645 – 1515 1445 – 2315 2245 – 0715 Schedule cycle: Every 8 weeks Other notes: Scrub Color: Provided/procedural Parking: Free
show more show less
Search Operating Room Jobs In or Nearest to Chattanooga

Discover Operating Room Jobs in Chattanooga with AMN Passport!

Download the AMN Passport mobile app and boost your next job application with three easy steps.
Let Auto-Submission Work for You
Set your job preferences and let AMN Passport’s Auto-Submission help you find your ideal job, saving time and effort.
Become a Top Candidate
Finish your profile and tasks in the Task Center to ensure you’re eligible for assignments.
Save Searches, Receive Job Alerts
Save your Searches and receive tailored notifications based on your preferences.

Statistics on OR RN Jobs in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Chattanooga. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for RNs in Chattanooga, TN

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

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

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Chattanooga can make an average of $2,128 per week based on recent job availability.

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

  • Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga
  • Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga
  • StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna (93.9 miles from Chattanooga)
  • Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville in Gainesville (99 miles from Chattanooga)

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

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Chattanooga is 12 weeks.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Chattanooga

In Chattanooga, facilities like Parkridge Medical Center and Memorial Hospital , all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Foxwood Heights (zip code 37406), North Brainerd (zip code 37411) and Regency Place (zip code 37411) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Chattanooga’s OR job opportunities are Hixson (7.9 miles), Harrison (10.8 miles) and Ooltewah (14.1 miles). These are near to zip codes: 37167 (93.9 miles) and 30501 (99 miles).

Chattanooga Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 3 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Chattanooga. 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 Chattanooga.

Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, and Telemetry RN
Address
2525 De Sales Ave.
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Nearby Neighborhoods
Foxwood Heights (37406), North Brainerd (37411), Hillsboro Heights (37406), Pineoak Heights (37411), Forest Hills (37406)
Parkridge Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
11 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Emergency Room RN, First Assist Surgical Technology Nursing, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
2333 McCallie Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Nearby Neighborhoods
Foxwood Heights (37406), North Brainerd (37411), Regency Place (37411), Pineoak Heights (37411), Hillsboro Heights (37406)
* 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.