Travel Operating Room RN - Trauma & Neuro
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/17/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler seeks an experienced Operating Room RN for a Level 1 Trauma teaching center with required WA or compact RN license and BLS certification.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
- Position based in a 25-bed Level 1 Trauma Center operating room
- Handles primarily Ortho, Spine, and Neuro surgical cases with 60-70 cases managed per day
- No cardiac or transplant cases are performed in this OR
- Day and night rotating shifts available, with 8, 10, and 12-hour shift options including weekends; schedule flexibility required to meet unit needs
- On-call is not required
- Epic charting system used; Epic experience preferred but not required
- Medication management through Pyxis system
- Scrubs are provided by the facility
- Travelers are expected to be flexible in shift scheduling and RTO; block scheduling is not available
- Weekend shifts are required and travelers are highly preferred to work Christmas
- Holiday RTO is restricted; travelers may request one major holiday off and up to three additional days outside of specified blackout dates
- No floating outside the operating room but flexible within the OR is expected to meet unit needs
- Training provided during orientation; RTO not permitted during orientation week
- Facility provides multiple parking options with a fee; shuttle service available for offsite parking during weekdays only
- Magnet-recognized, academic teaching, and trauma hospital with a diverse surgical team structure
- Local candidates are accepted at the same rate; no radius restrictions apply
\n \n Requirements\n
- Active WA or compact RN license required before start; pending licenses are not accepted
- If using compact license, must complete WA licensure requirements, including 6-hour suicide prevention training and demographic data submission via WA BON
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of perioperative RN experience in a Level 1 Trauma center required
- Strong circulating skills required; experience in Ortho, Spine, and Neuro preferred
- First-time travelers accepted
- COVID-19 vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
- Proof of licensure and certifications, as well as two professional references required for consideration
- Prior staff must be separated from the facility for at least 18 months before returning as a traveler
\n Benefits\n
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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American Traveler Job ID #P-622259. 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.