Travel OR RN - $2,486 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/07/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN
- Operating Room circulator with strong general and robotics skillset for a facility requiring active LA or compact RN license and call coverage.

• Work as an OR Circulator within the Operating Room department
• Day shift schedule with 5x8-hour shifts and variable start times, including a late list
• Call required including 2 weekends per contract and 1 call shift per week
• Float within the hospital as needed
• Utilizes Da Vinci Xi Surgical System for robotic surgery cases

• Active LA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of previous charge experience required
• Minimum 2 years of experience with travel experience required
• BLS certification required
• Strong general surgery and robotics skillset required
• Ortho and neuro experience required
• Experience with gynecology, plastics, general surgery, orthopedic, urology, podiatry, and ENT procedures
• One professional reference required
• Candidate's permanent residence must be greater than 50 miles from the facility

• Responsibilities include circulating for a wide range of surgical specialties including general surgery, gynecology, orthopedics, urology, podiatry, plastics, and ENT procedures
• Performs professional knowledge and skills such as blood product administration, cardiac monitoring, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling, peripheral IV starts, Universal Protocol time-out procedures, urinary catheterization, and wound management
• Trained in emergency management including code response, fire safety, latex allergy protocols, and malignant hyperthermia response
• Experience with endoscopic procedures and peg tube placement/exchange
• Orientation includes a virtual first day followed by two on-site days with additional training and EMR education
• Former employees must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are not accepted
• Holiday RTO requests should be kept to a minimum

American Traveler Job  #P-746679. 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

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.