Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,576 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a 13-week travel contract in Anchorage, AK, requiring an active Alaska RN license and experience in ortho, total joints, neuro, and robotics cases.

Details

• Located in the Operating Room (OR) of a main hospital building in Anchorage, AK
• 11-OR suite performing total joints, multi-level spine fusions, and a variety of Xi robotic cases (GYN, colorectal, general), with minimal ENT, dental, eye, or plastics cases
• Day shift: 6:30 AM–7:00 PM in 12-hour shifts, with weekend availability preferred
• Patient ratio is 1:1 in the OR
• Day shift is staffed with an average of 8 RNs, 8 scrub techs, and 5 surgical support techs; night shift operates with one charge RN and one scrub tech with call team backup
• On-call is required, averaging 5–6 weekday shifts and 1 weekend shift per 8-week sign-up period (approximately 5–6 shifts every 4 weeks)
• EMR: Epic
• No floating required

Requirements

• Active Alaska RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the start date)
• Minimum 2 years of clinical OR RN experience
• Experience in ortho, total joints, neuro, and robotic surgery required
• Circulator experience preferred; scrub experience also a plus
• CNOR certification preferred
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no Canadian SSNs accepted
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Primary role is patient advocate as circulator, also serving as a resource for the sterile field
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• A positive, team-oriented attitude is important for success in this unit

American Traveler Job ID #P-707874. 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.

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