GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Pediatric Surgery Travel Nursing Job in Madison, Wisconsin

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) specializing in pediatric surgery in Madison, WI. This Magnet-designated, nationally recognized pediatric medical and surgical center is home to a Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU. Join our healthcare team and provide exceptional clinical support in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. Discover rewarding Wisconsin nursing jobs in a city celebrated for its beautiful lakes, thriving arts scene, and welcoming community.

Key Job Details – Pediatric OR RN Travel Contract

• Job Title: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Pediatric Surgery
• Location: Madison, WI 53792 (Wisconsin healthcare jobs)
• Setting: Pediatric Operating Room (Pediatric OR)
• Contract Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: April 6, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shifts, 2x12-hour (19:00 - 07:00), Monday - Friday; holidays as needed
• Hours per Week: 36
• Orientation: Approximately 32 hours
• Estimated Weekly Pay Range: $2,180 - $2,240

Qualifications – Operating Room Registered Nurse

• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
• Active Wisconsin RN license or compact state RN license (must be in hand at submittal)
• BLS certification through American Heart Association (required)
• PALS certification (preferred for pediatric nursing jobs)
• Experience with Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting system
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Must reside at least 50 miles from Madison, WI (local candidates not accepted)
• Pass/Fail telemetry exam required prior to start
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

Operating Room RN Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary Operating Room team to plan and deliver patient care for pediatric and adult surgical cases
• Coordinate and communicate OR activities to ensure efficient surgical case progression and turnover
• Float to multiple units as needed to support hospital staffing requirements
• Provide care for neonates, infants, adolescents, pediatric, and adult patients
• Demonstrate proficiency in pediatric OR procedures: trauma response, congenital anomaly repair, spinal fusion, craniotomy, and more
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols including fire, laser, and infection control in the operating room
• Participate in pass/fail testing and maintain active telemetry competency

Why Choose Madison, Wisconsin? Madison offers a vibrant lifestyle with picturesque lakes, a lively downtown, top-rated restaurants, and abundant outdoor activities. Experience a supportive healthcare community while advancing your nursing career in one of the best hospitals in Wisconsin.

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse in Madison, WI!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #437780. 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: OR

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