American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Concord, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/19/2026
- 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 for a Level 3 trauma center, requiring a NC or compact RN license and strong general surgery skills.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Operating Room of a hospital environment with 19 OR suites, including 17 blocked rooms
- Level 3 Trauma, Stroke Center of Excellence, and Bariatric Center of Excellence
- Surgical specialties include trauma, ortho trauma, total joints, spine, vascular, cardiology, GYN, robotics, general, bariatrics, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, pain, and plastics cases
- Average of 50 surgical cases per day
- Uses typical OR equipment with support from Service Line Clinical Supervisors, Charge Nurses, Educators, ORAs, Unit Secretaries, and Tech Engineers
- 12-hour day shift from 0700-1900; manager is open to alternate shift patterns
- Every other weekend rotation required
- On-call average of 6 shifts per 6-week schedule with a 45-minute response time, including 11p-7a or 7a-7p/7p-7a weekend shifts
- Travelers will work 75% of holidays
- No floating required
- Radius rule: permanent address must be 50 miles from the unit
- Main duties include circulating and scrubbing for advanced, trauma, and specialty surgery cases
- Orientation includes facility onboarding and 2 days of department-specific training
- Scrubs are provided by the facility
- Free parking available on site
- Supportive OR culture and team structure
- Must be able to respond to on-call shifts within 45 minutes
- Holiday coverage is required for 75% of holidays during contract
Requirements
- Active NC or compact RN license required
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 5 years of recent Operating Room nursing experience (flexible, but not less than 12 months in specialty)
- Strong experience in general and geriatric surgical cases required
- First-time travelers will not be considered
- CNOR certification preferred but not required
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-649728. 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.
