Travel Operating Room RN Circulator - Adult Surgery - $2,368 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN - Perioperative Circulator for an Adult Surgery OR unit, requiring at least 1 year of acute OR experience and a Level 1 trauma background, working Saturday–Monday night shifts.

Details

• Adult Surgery operating room unit at an academic medical center
• Perioperative circulator role focused on operative and other invasive procedures for adult patients
• Night shift schedule: 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week (Saturday, Sunday, Monday nights)
• 36 hours per week
• Holiday and on-call coverage required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license (Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or eNLC compact license) required
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
• CNOR preferred
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program required; BSN preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an acute operating room environment required
• Level 1 trauma center experience of 6+ months required
• Strong knowledge of AORN standards and perioperative nursing practices
• Proficient in organizing, planning, coordinating, and evaluating nursing care in an OR setting
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

Additional Information

• Responsible for direct and indirect professional nursing care of patients in the operating room throughout the perioperative continuum
• Individualizes patient care based on health status, age, and the specific surgery or procedure being performed
• Performs ongoing evaluation and documentation of all components of patient care utilizing the nursing process
• Compliance requirements (drug screening, background check, medical requirements) must be initiated immediately upon acceptance of an offer — the facility enforces strict compliance deadlines with no exceptions
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility must complete a 6-month separation period before being eligible for a new contract (maximum of one extension allowed, for a combined total of 26 weeks)

American Traveler Job ID #P-699014. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.