Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $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: 06/01/2026
• 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: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a travel assignment requiring a minimum of 2 years of OR experience across multiple surgical specialties, including robotics, with an IN or Compact RN license in hand.

Details

• Hospital-based Operating Room setting with 24 OR suites and an average census of 70–80 cases
• Surgical specialties include General, Ortho, Robotics, GYN, Thoracic, ENT, Oral, Urology, Whipple, Plastics (free flap), and Liver resection
• DaVinci XI University robotic system is used in this OR
• Cerner EMR is used and experience is required
• Day shift, 4x10-hour schedule (10:45–21:45)
• Call requirement of 40–60 hours per 6-week schedule
• Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate facility is required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license currently in hand; candidates who have submitted their fingerprint application package are also eligible
• Current BLS certification (AHA or RQI accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of OR experience, with all experience within the last 3 years
• Competency in circulating required
• Experience across multiple surgical specialties: General, Ortho, Robotics, GYN, Thoracic, ENT, Oral, Urology, Whipple, Plastics (free flap), and Liver resection
• Charge RN experience preferred
• Cerner charting experience required
• Nursing degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited program required
• 2 supervisor references required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Indiana residents are considered local candidates; local candidates are accepted for Surgical Services positions at a modified pay package
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Former permanent or PRN employees of IU Health must have a 12-month break before applying as a traveler
• Current or past IU Health travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment within IU Health are required to take a consecutive break to reset travel eligibility: out-of-state residents require a 90-day break and in-state residents require a 180-day break
• Up to 5 days of RTO can be auto-approved

American Traveler Job ID #P-707560. Pay package is based on 10 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.