Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,566 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: OR - Operating Room Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 4x10hrs 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 strong neuro/spine surgical experience and Level I/II trauma background. Details Work in the Operating Room department of a teaching hospital Day shift schedule (4x10 hours, 6:30 AM-5:00 PM) 13-week assignment length 1:1 patient ratio Cerner charting system preferred Mandatory floating required, including serving as a Patient Observer/Sitter as needed Rotating shifts, weekend, and on-call responsibilities required Holiday coverage required for at least 50% of holidays occurring during the contract Requirements Active RN license (Missouri or Compact) required in hand at time of consideration Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Strong neuro/spine surgical experience required Teaching hospital experience required Trauma Level I and Level II experience required Community hospital experience preferred Experience with surgical specialties including vascular, neurology, orthopedic, robotics, ENT, and surgical oncology procedures Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs Scrub role required Additional Information Perform surgical nursing duties across a wide range of procedures including vascular, neurological, orthopedic, robotic, and ENT surgeries Position is within a 24/7 healthcare facility requiring flexibility for inclement weather and holiday coverage Routine contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates residing within 50 miles are not eligible for this position Maximum RTO (requested time off) allowed is 10 days Returning travelers do not require re-orientation if returning within 18 months Travelers may work up to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts (up to 9 months) before a mandatory 6-month break is required before returning to this health system American Traveler Job ID P-731392. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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.