American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Polson, Montana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/20/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with Epic proficiency and a MT or compact RN license for a rural critical access facility.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Operating Room and cover all surgical departments including Pre/Post Op, Circulator, PACU, and Endoscopy
- Critical access hospital with 22 staffed beds
- Surgical specialties include OBGYN, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Endoscopy, and ENT
- Day shifts (5x8 hours) from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday
- On-call required for 8 days including a 3-day weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- Travelers may float within surgical services and to other departments as needed
- Patient ratios are 1:3 in Preop, 1:2 in PACU, and 1:1 in OR
- Epic EMR system is used and required
- Scrubs provided by the OR or may be any color
- Float between all departments within surgical services and assist in other departments as needed
- All travelers are expected to work across facilities within the state if required
- Minimal to no requested time off is allowed; all requests must be made before contract offer
- Former permanent staff must have a break of at least 3 months and live more than 50 miles from facility to be eligible
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- No parking fees are required
- Rural facility with a team-oriented environment
Requirements
- Active MT or compact RN license required
- Minimum of 2 years Operating Room nursing experience required
- Current BLS certification required
- Previous experience with Epic EMR required
- Ability to cover multiple surgical specialties across all perioperative phases
- Two supervisory references covering one year of employment within the last three years in a comparable specialty or setting
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-652523. Pay package is based on 8 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.
