Travel OR RN - $2,941 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/26/2026
• 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: Aug 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring active MA licensure, Trauma Level I experience, and prior scrub experience across multiple surgical specialties.

Details

• Work in the Operating Room department of a hospital setting
• Perform both circulating and scrubbing duties across specialty areas including transplant, liver and kidney, endoscopic, vascular, vascular emergencies, neuro, trauma, general surgery, pediatric, and microsurgery
• Trauma cases may include MVAs, gunshot wounds, stabbings, and other emergent injuries
• Day shift schedule consisting of 4x10 hour shifts from 11:00 to 23:30
• Alternate shift pattern includes two 12-hour shifts (11a-11p) and two 8-hour shifts (3p-11p)
• Call rotation required, consisting of one night every third weekend
• Epic charting system preferred experience
• Union facility with no special scheduling accommodations; must be able to work all 7 days as needed

Requirements

• Active MA RN license required in hand prior to consideration
• Current BLS certification required; CNOR certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience required
• Trauma Level I experience required; Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Prior scrub experience required for consideration
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Must be able to pass a pass/fail medication exam during in-person orientation with only one attempt allowed
• Must be able to pass a pass/fail EKG/Tele test during orientation with a passing score of 80% and only one attempt allowed
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care through circulating and scrubbing responsibilities across a wide range of surgical specialties
• Study materials will be provided ahead of the required medication and EKG/Tele competency exams
• Failure to pass either the medication exam or EKG/Tele exam will result in immediate cancellation of the contract
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate within a 75-mile radius for Surgical Techs and Miscellaneous Techs, and 200 miles for RNs
• Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system prior to reapplying
• Candidates with prior discipline on their nursing license cannot be considered
• Up to 14 days of requested time off may be submitted for review, though no RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-738471. 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.