Travel OR RN - $2,288 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in St Matthews, Kentucky.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Operating Room position requiring a KY or compact RN license and BLS certification.
Details- Works in a multidiscipline surgical services department with four operating rooms and four procedure rooms serving over 9,000 patients annually
- Provides care for endoscopy, pain management, ENT, general surgery, hand and foot, and orthopedic procedures
- Day shift schedule with variable start times, mainly 10:45-11:15 but sometimes 6:30-7:00 or 8:30-9:00, working 12-hour shifts three days per week
- Requires one weekend shift per month
- Requires two call shifts per month
- Requires holiday shift coverage if a holiday falls within the contract dates
- Active, unrestricted KY or compact RN license
- Current BLS certification required
- ACLS and PALS certification required
- ADN or ASN required, BSN preferred
- No prior nursing experience required, though previous nursing experience is preferred
- Provide direct patient care throughout the surgical process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments considering culture, age, and developmental level
- Educate patients and families on procedures, treatments, and discharge planning
- Delegate and oversee patient care tasks performed by other team members
- Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities and core measure initiatives
- Collaborate closely with an interprofessional care team to coordinate individualized treatment plans
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-742400. 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.