Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,473 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a Level 1 Trauma Operating Room position in Ohio, requiring at least 2 years of OR experience and active OH or compact RN licensure.

Details

• 18-bed Operating Room within a Level 1 Trauma hospital
• Surgical specialties include General, Robotic, Laparoscopic, Trauma, Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Spinal, Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics, Burns, Urology, GYN, and Transplant
• Primary circulating focus on Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Spine, and General Surgery cases
• Variable shift position with days, evenings, 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts
• On-call required Monday–Friday 2100–0630, Saturday and Sunday 0630–1900 and 1900–0630
• Holiday and weekend coverage may be required based on unit needs
• Epic EMR used for patient charting
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active OH RN license or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of OR RN experience required
• Level 1 Trauma center experience required
• Current BLS certification required
• Epic experience required
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or Supervisor; a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; co-worker references are not accepted

Additional Information

• Circulate during surgical procedures with a focus on Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Spine, and General Surgery
• Experience in ENT, GU, Plastics, or Burns is preferred
• All candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly upon accepting an offer; candidates outside Ohio will need to travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location or will be mailed a packet to complete urgently
• Former employees of the facility are eligible after a 6-month separation period
• Local candidates are accepted
• RTO must be requested at time of consideration and is limited to 7 days or fewer for the contract
• Multiple parking permit options are available for purchase through CampusParc, ranging from on-site garage access to surface lot options with shuttle service to the medical center

American Traveler Job ID #P-730741. 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.