American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Falls Church, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring Level 1 trauma experience and VA or compact RN licensure.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a hospital Operating Room setting with 25 OR rooms
- Handles adult and pediatric populations with a caseload of 60-80 surgical cases per day
- Service lines include ortho (total joints, OTT), general surgery, robotics, organ transplants (kidney), ENT, oral/maxillofacial, vascular/thoracic, urology, and pediatrics
- 8-hour day shifts with required night rotation as needed
- Weekend shifts required (2-3 shifts per 6-week schedule, usually not both days of a weekend)
- On-call required: 4-hour blocks, 3-4 shifts (including weekdays and weekends) every 6 weeks
- At least 1 major and 1 minor holiday shift required
- EMR system used is Epic OpTime; experience preferred
- Scrubs provided by the facility
- Role involves circulating and scrubbing for a wide range of surgical procedures
- On weekends, 5-6 rooms run on Saturday and 4 rooms for urgent cases operate 24/7
- Serve both adult and pediatric patients, with a preference for candidates experienced with neonates
- Must be able to adapt to night rotations and varying weekend schedules
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
Requirements
- Active VA or compact RN license required
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
- Minimum 2 years of Level 1 trauma OR nursing experience required
- Travel nursing experience with at least 1-2 prior assignments is required
- Strongly prefer experience in endovascular and robotic surgery
- Neonate and pediatric OR experience preferred
- Epic OpTime experience preferred
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-652380. 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.
