Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,526 per week

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Garden City, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 9 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

HOT JOB: OPERATING ROOM RN – 5x8 DAYS & CALL (GARDEN CITY, KS)

Sia Hayes at First Connect Health is fast-tracking applications for an experienced Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse. This is a 13-week contract at an acute care Level 3 Trauma Center with a consistent daytime schedule and a direct interview pipeline. First-time travelers are welcome!

POSITION QUICK-FACTS

• Start Date: 08/03/2026 (13 Weeks)
• Shift: 06:30 AM - 15:00 PM | Monday through Friday (5x8s)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours weekly
• On-Call Mandate: Weeknight and weekend call rotations are required.
  • Weeknight Call: 15:00 PM - 07:00 AM
  • Weekend Call: 24-hour shifts (07:00 AM - 07:00 AM). Saturday/Sunday blocks are typically taken together, though not strictly required.
  • Response Time: Must be able to report to the unit within 30 minutes of being called in.

THE CLINICAL MATRIX

• The Environment: Level 3 Trauma Center operating a surgical suite with 4 ORs and 1 GI Endoscopy room. The unit averages roughly 10 cases per day.
• Case Mix: High volume of robotic/laparoscopic cholecystectomies, hernias, appendectomies, basic orthopedics, GYN, and podiatry.
• Clinical Skills: Prior robotic surgery and GI experience are highly preferred. Nurses are not required to scrub, as the facility staffs at least 1 OR Tech and 1 First Assistant (FA) for the majority of cases.
• Systems & Charting: Epic EMR.
• Float Expectations: No floating outside of the OR. In cases of extreme network need, floating is restricted strictly within regional partner facilities.
• Dress Code: Ceil Blue scrubs are provided directly by the facility.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS (HARDSTOPS)

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of dedicated acute care Operating Room experience.
• Licensure: Must hold an active and unrestricted Kansas state nursing license. License to submit is required.
• Certifications: Active American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.
• Geographic Rule: Must live outside a 60-mile radius from the facility to qualify as a traveler. A legible copy of your Driver's License must be submitted up front with your profile.
• Logistics Mandates: Clinicians must be physically present in the state of Kansas for the week of orientation, even if the initial first-day training modules are delivered remotely.

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About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus