Travel OR RN - $3,018 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level II Trauma Center Operating Room Charge position requiring prior charge experience and a CT or Compact RN license.

Details

• Short term acute care hospital setting within a large health system
• Operating Room department at a Level II Trauma Center
• Charge RN role
• Night shift, 4x10 hours (9:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekend work required
• Call responsibilities required as needed for the department
• Uses Epic for charting

Requirements

• Active RN license (CT or Compact) required prior to start
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 5 years of RN Operating Room experience required
• Minimum 3 years of charge RN experience preferred
• Trauma Level I and Level II experience required
• Prior travel experience required, with a minimum of 3 assignments in Level I Trauma or high trauma settings
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• DaVinci Xi and DaVinci V robotic surgery experience
• Experience with Hybrid OR and Trauma OR settings
• 1 professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Perform circulating and scrubbing duties across a wide range of surgical specialties including vascular, gynecology, plastics, neurology, trauma, podiatry, cardiovascular, general surgery, orthopedic, endoscopic, robotic, urology, ENT, bariatric, and thoracic procedures
• Utilize specialized equipment including cell saver, electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources/cords, and Hana Table
• Apply professional skills in infection control, laser safety, radiation safety, specimen handling/labeling, Universal Protocol (time out) procedures, and urinary bladder catheterization
• Participate in emergency management protocols including code response, fire safety, latex allergy, and malignant hyperthermia procedures
• Obligated to participate in natural disaster or other emergency response activities as needed
• Free parking provided as part of a large health system
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only
• Facility does not accept candidates residing within 75 miles of the hospital
• Returning staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved

American Traveler Job ID #P-738000. 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.