Travel OR RN - $2,362 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Operating Room position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring 2+ years of OR experience and an active Michigan RN license.

Details

• Hospital-based Operating Room setting at a Level I Trauma Center
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
• Weekend rotation: 1 weekend per 4-week schedule (8-hour shifts)
• On-call requirements as needed, to be discussed during interview
• 30-minute on-call response time required
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• Travelers are first to float

Requirements

• Active Michigan RN license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA)
• Minimum 2 years of OR experience required
• Circulating experience required
• Level I Trauma Center experience preferred
• Experience with highly specialized cases such as vascular, neuro, and robotics preferred
• Scrub experience in any OR specialty preferred
• Charge Nurse experience preferred
• Supervisor-level references required for consideration
• Proof of flu vaccination required

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restrictions; candidates within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a local pay rate
• Previous travelers who worked at this facility internally may return after 6 months; previous permanent staff may return after 1 year
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application; RTO submitted after will require manager approval
• RTO is limited to no more than 10 days for the assignment
• Any license or background issues must be disclosed upfront with a personal statement included; facility approval is required prior to consideration
• Orientation includes non-billable, self-reported modules (approximately 8 hours)

American Traveler Job ID #P-735965. 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.