Travel OR Registered Nurse - $2,069 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Overland Park, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Operating Room position at a large, fully-accredited hospital in Overland Park, KS, requiring a minimum of 2 years of OR experience and a KS or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Operating Room (Perioperative unit) of a 343-bed acute care hospital
• Broad surgical case mix including abdominal, cardiovascular, colorectal, dental, ENT, GI, gynecological, joint replacement, maternal-fetal, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, oral/maxillofacial, orthopedic/sports medicine, pediatrics, plastic and reconstructive, robotics, spine, thoracic, trauma, urological, and vascular procedures
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Charting via Meditech
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, Sunday/Monday/Tuesday
• Set schedule with no floating required
• Hospital-laundered scrubs provided by the department

Requirements

• Active KS or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent OR/perioperative nursing experience required
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for candidates from Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Surgical/procedural experience preferred but not required

Additional Information

• The facility is Johnson County's only American College of Surgeons-verified trauma center, equipped to treat life-threatening injuries 24/7
• The hospital holds numerous accreditations including JCAHO Gold Seal of Approval, Primary Stroke Center Advanced Certification, Chest Pain accreditation, Blue Distinction Center designations for knee/hip replacement and maternity care, NAPBC accreditation, and Commission on Cancer Accreditation
• Collaborative, team-based culture with staff ranging from new graduates to 30+ year veterans
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-708928. 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.