Travel Operating Room RN - $3,008 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring PA or compact RN licensure and Level I Trauma experience.

Details

• Work in the Operating Room department of a Level I Trauma hospital setting
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, Monday through Friday, 6:45am-3:15pm
• 6-week rotating schedule requires working 2 weekend nights (8 or 12 hours depending on staffing)
• Holiday call required for 1 summer and 1 winter holiday (8 or 12 hours depending on staffing)
• Holiday work required for 1 summer and 1 winter holiday (8 or 12 hours depending on staffing)
• May float to GI unit or Center One Surgery Center
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Uses Cerner charting system

Requirements

• Active RN license (PA or compact) required at time of consideration
• BSN required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required, including at least 2-3 years of Level I Trauma experience
• Level I and Level II Trauma experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Scrub and circulate experience preferred
• Cerner charting system experience required
• Experience with Level I Trauma, liver, and kidney cases required
• Skills in vascular procedures (AAA repair, arteriovenous fistula repair, carotid procedures, femoral popliteal bypass) required
• Skills in neurology procedures (ALIF, anterior cervical fusion, craniotomy, kyphoplasty, laminectomy/discectomy, lumbar fusion, XLIF) required
• Experience with trauma cases including gunshot/stab wounds and multi-injury MVAs required
• Experience scrubbing orthopedic and arthroscopic surgeries, spinal fusion, and total joint replacement required
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and LTAC experience preferred
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care in a Level I Trauma general operating room setting
• Support surgical teams across vascular, neurology, orthopedic, and trauma specialties
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates residing within a 50-mile radius may be accepted as local candidates at a different rate
• PA fingerprints and Childline clearance are required and must be completed within 1 week of signing, as processing can take 2-4 weeks
• Labs must be completed within 48 hours of signing

American Traveler Job ID #P-733077. Pay package is based on 8 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.