Travel OR RN - $2,997 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Arlington, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:
  10 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring an active VA or Compact RN license and at least 2 years of OR nursing experience.

• Work in the Operating Room department of a hospital setting
• Day shift schedule with 4x10-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
• 1:1 patient ratio
• On-call responsibilities required for some areas such as OT, IR, and Cath Lab, requiring proximity within 30 miles or 30 minutes of campus
• Floating required in rotation with client staff per hospital policy and Joint Commission standards
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Two weeks off between contract extensions

• Active RN license (VA or Compact) required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of OR RN experience required
• Current certifications: BLS required; ACLS and CNOR preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Experience with a variety of surgical specialties preferred, including gynecology, plastics, podiatry, orthopedics, general surgery, endoscopic procedures, ophthalmology, urology, and ENT
• Experience with electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources/cords, and Steris equipment preferred

• Facility is smoke and nicotine free
• Modules are completed during orientation, non-billable, and may take up to 7 hours depending on specialty
• Flu vaccination required during flu season (October 1 - March 31) unless a qualifying exemption is granted
• COVID-19 vaccination or qualifying exemption required
• Requests for time off should be kept to a minimum and included at time of consideration, with approval at manager discretion
• Previous VHC staff members must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are not typically considered given the 2 years of prior OR RN experience requirement

American Traveler Job  #P-738781. Pay package is based on 10 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

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.