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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room position with a 12-hour day shift and a compact or KY RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Position based in a hospital Operating Room department
• Expected shift is 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Assignment duration is 13 weeks
• No local travelers accepted; candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility
• CPR and crisis prevention/intervention training are mandatory for all RNs
• All work history gaps of 3 months or more must be explained
• No exceptions made for vaccination requirements
• Candidates with Canadian Social Security Numbers are not eligible

Requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license in good standing with no disciplinary actions
• A minimum of 2 years recent operating room RN experience required
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required at the time of consideration
• CPI training required; may be completed onsite
• Candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza

Benefits

• 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

American Traveler Job ID #P-651946. 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

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