Travel Transplant Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,523 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: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Transplant OR RN for a 13-week travel assignment at a short-term acute care hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of transplant experience and an active IN or compact RN license.

Details

• Specialized transplant OR unit focused exclusively on abdominal transplants, including kidney, pancreas, liver, and intestinal/multi-visceral procedures
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00–19:30
• Weekend shifts preferred
• On-call required: approximately 40–60 hours per 6-week period
• Floating required within the hospital and to nearby affiliate hospitals; multi-specialty, all surgeries
• Charting performed in Cerner (experience required)
• Short-term acute care hospital setting

Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license in hand at time of start; temp license accepted
• Current BLS certification (AHA or RQI accepted)
• Regulatory charting for transplants certification required
• Minimum 2 years of strong transplant OR experience required
• Specific experience with kidney and liver transplants required
• Cerner EMR experience required
• RN degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program required
• 2 supervisor references required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply, provided they have at least 2 years of strong transplant OR experience
• Indiana residents are not eligible for this position effective March 1, 2026
• Candidates must be available to provide 2–3 days of interview availability
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the assignment
• RTO of 5 days or fewer may be auto-approved
• Any permanent or PRN employee of IU Health must have a 12-month break in IU Health employment before applying as a traveler
• IU Health travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment within IU Health are required to take a consecutive break to reset eligibility: out-of-state residents require a 90-day break; in-state residents require a 180-day break
• Parking is complimentary

American Traveler Job ID #P-727398. 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.