Travel Operating Room RN – Open-Heart Surgery - $2,131 per week
Passaic, NJ, 07055, USA
- $8 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- travel nurse
- operating room RN
- open-heart surgery
This role is for a travel Registered Nurse specializing in Operating Room procedures, specifically open-heart surgeries, based in New Jersey. The position requires at least two years of OR experience, various certifications including BLS, ACLS, and PALS, and involves perioperative care in a hospital surgery unit. Benefits include high pay, medical coverage starting day one, housing allowances, and travel reimbursements for a 13-week, full-time assignment.
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Passaic, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with open-heart experience for a day shift surgery unit assignment in New Jersey, requiring a NJ or compact RN license.
Responsibilities- Position is in the Surgery unit of a hospital
- Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 07:00 to 15:00
- 13-week assignment
- Call is required with no exceptions
- Care for perioperative patients including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and older adults
- Open-heart procedures are part of the caseload
- Must be able to take call as part of assignment
- Pre- and post-op experience is beneficial
- Works directly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR technicians
- Responsible for direct and indirect perioperative patient care
- Expected to participate in performance improvement activities and unit meetings
- Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
- Active NJ or compact RN license
- Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room RN experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certification from AHA or Red Cross
- PALS certification required within 30 days of hire
- Open-heart OR experience required
- Perioperative experience or on-the-job training required
- Certified Nurse OR (CNOR) certification preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- DCI/BVP workplace violence prevention certification (can be completed online)
- 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-641080. 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 TravelerWith 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.




