Travel OR RN - $3,006 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: 09/07/2026
• 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 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a 13-week travel contract requiring at least 3 years of OR experience, including circulating, Pre/Post-Op, and C-section experience.

Details

• Acute care hospital operating room setting with 2 OR suites
• Cases include colonoscopy, EGD, BMT, T&A, arthroplasty (knee, hip, shoulder), arthroscopy (knee, shoulder), oral/dentistry, ophthalmic (cataracts), and OB/C-section
• Circulating RN role with Pre-Op and Post-Op (PACU/recovery) responsibilities including patient admitting and discharge
• Day shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (8-hour shifts)
• Minimum of one weekday on-call shift per week required; on-call weekend coverage required every 3rd or 4th weekend (call requirements may be adjusted based on facility need)
• No floating required
• Charting performed in Cerner EMR
• Omnicell medication dispensing system utilized
• Local candidates are accepted

Requirements

• Active NE or compact RN license required
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (PALS can be obtained after start)
• NRP certification highly preferred
• Minimum 3 years of OR nursing experience required
• Pre-Op, Post-Op, and circulating experience required
• C-section experience required
• Graduate of an accredited RN program
• COVID vaccination required; medical and religious exemptions are accepted

Additional Information

• Primary duties include OR circulating, Pre-Op and Post-Op patient care, patient admitting, and discharge
• On-the-job orientation provided
• Any color scrubs permitted; must be clean and professional
• Please disclose any requested time off during the assignment at the time of consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-735986. 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.