American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR RN for a hospital-based Operating Room position in Washington, DC, requiring a valid or pending DC RN license and at least 2 years of OR experience.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a hospital Operating Room setting
- Covers a broad range of surgical cases including bariatrics, ENT, neurology, orthopedics, and urology
- Special procedures include total joints, spine, craniotomy, free flaps, cytoreduction, bariatric, and ENT/OMF surgeries
- Day shift, 3x12 hour shifts from 11:00 to 23:30
- Required to float to units of equivalent or lower level of acuity
- On-call required, 6 calls per 6 week schedule
- Weekend requirement is 1 shift per 6 week schedule
- Scrub color is ceil blue
- Duties include caring for a diverse surgical population and assisting with specialized procedures
- Orientation includes completion of required modules, which may vary by specialty
- Team supports floating based on acuity level needs
- Dress code is ceil blue scrubs, not provided by facility
- Holiday coverage may be required based on assignment
- RTO should be submitted up front, limited to 7 days per 13 week contract, and none allowed in the first two weeks
- Local candidates within 60 miles are accepted
Requirements
- Active DC RN license in hand, or proof of pending DC license at time of consideration
- Minimum of 2 years recent OR RN experience
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
- Demonstrated experience in general OR, bariatrics, ENT, neurology, orthopedic, and urology procedures
- First-time travelers accepted with required experience
- Flu vaccination required prior to start
- Two recent supervisor references required
- Return staff must have a 1 year separation before returning as a traveler
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-646063. 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.
