Travel OR RN - $2,807 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring Level I Trauma experience and an active IN or compact RN license.

Details

• , operday sh8s hours schedule (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
• Rotates through Core 3 & 4 specialties including General, Plastic, GYN, ENT, Trauma, Neuro, Orthopedic, GU, and colorectal Robotics
• Average daily census of 70-80 patients across 21 operating rooms
• On-call requirement of 40-60 hours per 6-week period, which can vary
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals to meet facility needs
• Uses Cerner charting system

Requirements

• Active RN license (Indiana or Compact) required, must be in hand prior to start date
• BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS preferred
• Minimum 3 years of OR experience required (candidates with 2+ years and at least 1 year of Level I trauma experience may be considered)
• Level I Trauma experience required
• Circulating experience required; scrub experience preferred
• Must be well-rounded and current in most OR specialties, excluding CV and Transplant
• Experience with Da Vinci Xi Surgical System preferred for Colorectal Robotic Surgery
• Cerner charting experience required
• Graduate of a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE
• 2 supervisor references required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide circulating and scrub support across a wide range of surgical specialties including General, Plastics, GYN, ENT, Neuro, Ortho, GU, and Colorectal Robotics
• Perform surgical procedures such as hysterectomies, craniotomies, spinal fusions, joint replacements, and robotic colorectal surgeries
• Scrubs provided by facility
• Free parking available
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Local candidates residing in Indiana are accepted at a lower pay rate
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Any current or former IU Health perm or PRN employee must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Travelers who have completed 12 months of travel employment within IU Health must complete a designated break to reset eligibility (90 days for out-of-state residents, 180 days for in-state residents)

American Traveler Job ID #P-741702. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.