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Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – 13-Week Contract in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Join an experienced perioperative team as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse in Philadelphia, PA. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers experienced OR RNs the opportunity to care for adult and geriatric patients in a high-acuity surgical environment supporting General, Neuro, Orthopedic, Vascular, Transplant, and trauma procedures. Philadelphia combines rich history, vibrant arts and dining, diverse neighborhoods, and convenient access to major East Coast destinations.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,620–$2,760
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel contract
• Start Date: November 30, 2026
• Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Healthcare Setting: Approximately 14-room adult and geriatric Operating Room; approximately 30 cases per day
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8-hour evening shifts
• Shift Hours: 2:45 p.m. – 11:15 p.m.
• Weekly Hours: 40 hours
• Call Requirement: Approximately six weekday call shifts and two weekend call rotations during the assignment
• Weekend Requirement: No regularly scheduled weekend shifts; weekend call is required
• Orientation: 40 hours
• Charting System: Cerner
• Additional Information: Floating within scope may be required based on department needs. Facility-provided scrubs are available.

Travel OR RN Job Requirements

• Active Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license required at the time of submission
• At least 2 years of Operating Room nursing or perioperative nursing experience
• Strong General OR experience, including high-acuity and trauma surgical cases
• Level I and Level II trauma experience
• Experience with Neuro, Orthopedic, Vascular, Transplant, General Surgery, and total joint procedures
• Experience with complex procedures such as craniotomy, spinal fusion, laminectomy/discectomy, total hip and knee replacement, vascular bypass, carotid procedures, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, and Whipple procedures
• Previous charge experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• BLS and TNCC certifications
• Previous Cerner charting experience
• Ability to participate in required weekday and weekend call coverage

Operating Room RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, efficient perioperative nursing care for adult and geriatric surgical patients
• Support a broad range of General, Neuro, Orthopedic, Vascular, Transplant, and trauma procedures
• Apply strong clinical judgment during complex and high-acuity surgical cases
• Prepare the operating room and maintain adherence to sterile technique and patient-safety standards
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, nurses, surgical technologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrate proficiency with orthopedic, arthroscopic, neuro, vascular, trauma, and general surgical procedures
• Provide charge-level support and contribute to effective department coordination when assigned
• Complete accurate documentation in Cerner
• Float within scope to support like units and department needs
• Participate in scheduled call coverage, including weekday and weekend rotations

Apply now for this Philadelphia travel nursing opportunity and join a high-acuity perioperative team as an experienced Operating Room RN.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.