Travel Operating Room; OR RN – Surgical Services

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

• Specialty:
  OR - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/15/2025
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with strong orthopedics and endoscopy skills for an acute care surgical services assignment requiring current  compact RN licensure.

• Position is based in the Operating Room within an acute care hospital environment
• Covers surgical services with a caseload averaging eight cases per day, focusing on ortho, sports medicine, general, gynecological, C-sections, and endoscopy cases
• Four operating suites plus one endoscopy suite are utilized
• No RN scrubbing responsibilities required
• EMR systems include Epic Care Inpatient for documentation, TDOC for instrument tracking, and Pro Vation for endoscopy
• Schedule is Monday to Friday with 8-hour day shifts, typically 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• Call requirements are typically four weeknights per month and one full weekend per month; holiday call may be assigned
• On-call response time requires being within 30 minutes of the hospital while on-call
• OR staff cover endoscopy cases as part of floating requirements
• Participation in cleaning and turning over OR suites is required for all personnel
• Travelers are paired with a preceptor during a 5-day unit-specific orientation covering hospital norms and system values
• Team consists of RNs, CSTs, and orderlies with Charge Nurse and ANM support
• Blue scrubs provided and required per surgical services dress code
• Must be prepared to adjust schedule as needed by the department
• No blocked scheduling or special schedule requests will be approved
• Must be away from any permanent position at the facility for at least one year prior to applying for a travel assignment

• Active  compact state RN license required at time of consideration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS recommended
• Minimum of three years recent Operating Room RN experience
• Demonstrated strong orthopedics background and endoscopy experience required
• Previous travel nurse experience is required
• Must provide two professional references, with at least one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years
• Copy of driver's license required
• No local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius per policy

• 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  #P-640734. 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.