American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with Level I trauma and circulating experience for a day shift assignment, requiring an active IN or compact RN license and BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Operating Room of a short-term acute care hospital
- Patient population includes general surgery, plastics, GYN, ENT, trauma, neuro, ortho, GU, and colorectal robotics
- Average daily census is 70-80 with 21 operating rooms
- Day shift schedule of 3x12 hours from 11:00 to 23:30
- On-call required: 6 call shifts within a 6-week period
- Holiday coverage required; must work at least 2 out of 3 major holidays
- Floating required within hospital or to affiliate hospitals and within OR specialties as needed
- Uses Cerner EMR
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- OR RNs will be floated as needed to various surgical specialties except cardiovascular and transplant
- Scrubs are provided by the facility
- Must be able to provide documentation including application, skills checklist, license verification, and certifications
- Free parking is available on site
- Local candidates are accepted for this position, but a reduced rate applies to those residing within Indiana
- Up to 5 days of requested time off may be auto-approved
Requirements
- Active IN or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum 3 years of RN experience, with at least 2 years of Level I trauma OR experience required
- Current BLS certification (AHA or RQI accepted)
- Experience circulating in the OR required; scrub experience preferred but not mandatory
- Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
- Prior experience with Cerner EMR preferred
- Cannot accept RNs who worked as perm or PRN employees at this facility within the last 12 months
- Pending licenses not accepted
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-647961. 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
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.
