Travel OR RN - $2,566 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Tuba City, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Operating Room position at a rural, culturally diverse healthcare facility in Northwestern Arizona, requiring BLS, ACLS, and at least 2 years of OR experience.

Details

• 10-hour day shifts from 6:30am–5:00pm, 4 shifts per week
• On-call responsibilities included, with potential for emergency cases on short notice and varied/odd hours
• JCAHO-accredited regional health center serving a 4,400 square mile area, functioning as a referral center for the western Navajo and Hopi Reservations
• OR specialties include Orthopedics, ENT, GYN/OB, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, and Dental procedures
• Approximately 49% of surgeries performed are outpatient/ambulatory
• Circulating in all specialty areas is expected; scrubbing experience is highly encouraged
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license from any U.S. state, territory, or Puerto Rico (AZ or compact license not required)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association required
• PALS (AHA) required within 6 months of hire
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required within 6 months of hire
• CNOR certification required within 1 year of hire
• TNCC required within 2 years of hire
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing and/or OR experience required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
• SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsible for perioperative patient care including assessment, nursing diagnoses, planning and evaluating interventions
• Multi-disciplinary team includes surgeons across multiple specialties, nurse practitioners, CRNAs, nurse midwives, and community health staff
• Orientation occurs on a bi-weekly cycle
• COVID and flu vaccine exemptions may be considered upon submission of a declination form
• Fingerprinting is required prior to start and is completed during the compliance process via mail
• This facility is located in a very rural area of Northwestern Arizona on the Colorado Plateau, serving a diverse community including Navajo, Hopi, and Southern Paiute tribal members
• Limited facility-provided housing may be available (shared units, based on availability); a housing application must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to start — reach out to your recruiter immediately upon acceptance
• No family members or pets permitted in facility housing

American Traveler Job ID #P-734856. 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.