Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Job Description \n First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Auburn, New York. Job Description & Requirements\n \n Specialty: OR - Operating Room \n Discipline: RN \n Start Date: 10/05/2026 \n Duration: 13 weeks \n 40 hours per week \n Shift: 10 hours, days \n Employment Type: Travel \n \n \n DAY-SHIFT OPERATING ROOM (OR) RN CONTRACT – AUBURN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL \n First Connect Health has an immediate 13-week travel contract opening for an experienced Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) in Auburn, New York (Finger Lakes Region). Operating within the surgical services suite at Auburn Community Hospital, this position features a desirable 4x10 daytime schedule (07:00 AM - 17:30 PM / 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM). First-time travelers are considered on a case-by-case basis! If you are a perioperative nurse with recent bedside experience and strong Orthopedic competencies looking to earn $2,406/week in Central New York, this assignment is built for you! \n PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE \n \n Weekly Gross: $2,406.00 \n Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,246.00 \n Hourly W2 Rate: $29.00/hr (40 regular hours) \n Overtime Rate: $43.50/hr \n \n SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS \n \n Schedule: Day shifts, 4x10-Hours (07:00 AM - 17:30 PM / 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM). Block scheduling is not offered. \n Guaranteed Hours: 40 regular hours guaranteed weekly (facility call-off policy: up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract). \n Weekend & Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend (EOW) and every other holiday (EOH) rotations. \n On-Call Requirements: Standby on-call rate is $8.00/hr ($119.27/hr call-back rate at 1.35x). \n Surgical Specialties & Focus: Strong Orthopedics experience is strictly required (total joints, arthroscopy, ORIF, open/closed reductions, and spine/laminectomy). Caseload also encompasses General surgery (laparoscopic cases, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resections, hernia repairs), Urology (cystoscopy, TURP, nephrectomy), ENT, and Thoracic procedures. \n Perioperative Scope: Circulating surgical cases, Universal Protocol (Time Out), specimen handling/labeling, infection control, laser/radiation safety, blood product administration, and Cell Saver equipment coordination. \n Floating Scope: Float per facility operational needs. \n EMR System: Paragon (on-site training provided). \n \n REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION \n \n Experience: Minimum 2 years of clinical Operating Room RN experience is required, with recent bedside OR experience within the past year. Strong Orthopedic surgical competency is mandatory. \n Licensure: Active New York State (NYS) RN License in hand OR proof of pending NY application (must provide exact date of application submission). License must have zero disciplinary hits/actions. \n Certifications Required: * American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)\n \n AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) \n NIHSS is preferred . \n \n Local Policy: Local candidates are accepted (under adjusted local bill rate guidelines). \n \n ✨ WORK WITH FIRST CONNECT HEALTH Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized surgical recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate document checklist mapping, and fast-track your profile straight to the hiring team for prioritized interview review! \n Click "Apply Now" to complete your screening and secure your Oct 5th start date! \n \n Location Details: Assignment is located at Auburn Community Hospital, 17 Lansing St, Auburn, NY 13021. Submittal Rules & Compliance: All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be submitted upfront in the initial profile packet; post-offer RTO will not be approved. If NY license is pending, provide the exact application submission date in the submission notes. License must be completely clean with no hits or encumbrances. Former Staff Policy: Former permanent employees of Auburn Community Hospital cannot be submitted as travelers (prior travelers in good standing are welcome). About First Connect Health\n \n At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do. \n By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry. \n But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: \n \n ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. \n ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. \n ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. \n ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step. \n \n When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare. \n Benefits\n \n Sick pay \n 401k retirement plan \n Weekly pay \n Referral bonus \n \naa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a