Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,578 per week

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

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• Duration:
  17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 17 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring strong experience in neuro, ortho, transplant, trauma, and vascular surgeries.

• Work in the Operating Room department of a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Circulate independently on off shift
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Uses Epic charting system
• Day/Evening shift, 12-hour shifts from 0700 to 1900
• Scheduled every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• No call requirements
• Floating required as needed
• Cases include vascular, cardiovascular, general surgery, orthopedic, neurology, urology, robotics, ophthalmology, transplant, thoracic, and ENT procedures

• Active WI or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• Minimum of two years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the OR specialty
• Strong experience required in neuro, ortho, transplant (kidney/liver), trauma, and vascular procedures
• Epic charting system experience required
• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• First-time travelers considered with a minimum of five years of experience in a Level 1 trauma facility
• Must pass a telemetry exam with strict passing criteria prior to start

• Perform circulating RN duties independently during off-shift OR cases
• Facility is a Magnet-designated, Level I trauma teaching hospital ranked as Wisconsin's #1 hospital
• Must reside within 50 miles of the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Telemetry exam requires 100% identification of lethal rhythms and 80% or higher passing score on both adult and pediatric exams
• Up to three attempts allowed for telemetry exam, with a cardiac interpretation review course certificate required after a second failed attempt
• Assignment will be cancelled if telemetry exam is not passed after three attempts
• First-time travelers with at least five years of Level 1 trauma facility experience will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-726482. 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

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.