Travel OR RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 9 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x9hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN for a Critical Access Hospital requiring 1-2 years of OR experience across multiple surgical specialties and availability for call coverage.

• Critical Access Hospital with 25 beds and 3 OR suites plus 1 GI Endoscopy room
• Case volume averages 8-10 procedures per day across General, Ortho, Podiatry, GYN, OB, Endoscopic, and Urology specialties
• Case types include gallbladders, appendectomies, colectomies, hernia repairs, total joints, sports medicine, toe amputations, bunionectomies, hysterectomies, C-sections, colonoscopies, EGDs, bronchs, TURPs, cystos, lithotripsies, and circumcisions
• No robotics, high level traumas, or neuro cases performed
• Scheduled shift is Monday-Thursday , with department closed Fridays
• On-call team covers Fridays, weekends, and after-hours
• Call requirement of 4-8 call shifts per month plus 1 weekend of call per month with a 20-minute response time
• No floating required
• EMR is Cerner, IV pumps are Alaris, and medication dispensing uses Pyxis

• Active RN license (Maine or Compact) required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of OR experience required, or 1 year if experienced in all case specialties offered
• Must be comfortable circulating listed case types independently
• Must be comfortable monitoring cardiac rhythms for post-case patient recovery
• Cerner EMR experience highly preferred; must be comfortable learning new EMR systems quickly
• Must be willing to learn pre-op and PACU duties on the job
• Full SSN required for consideration
• Two references within the past year required, with at least one from a Supervisor, Manager, or Director
• Copies of all certifications required for consideration
• Driver's license required as a separate document

• Circulate surgical cases and recover patients post-case during on-call shifts
• Assist with pre-op interviews as needed once trained
• RNs are responsible for patient transport as no transporter is on staff
• RNs assist with room turnover and cleaning as no housekeeping support is provided
• Support team includes a Supervisor, Charge RN, 3 CRNAs, and Respiratory Therapy, with no anesthesiologist on site
• Orientation consists of 4 shifts in the department, with an option for buddy call before taking independent call in the second week
• Holiday coverage is call-only, with staff covering most holidays and possible on-call coverage for 1 summer and 1 winter holiday
• Scrub color is surgical scrubs, which are provided
• Free parking available
• First-time travelers will be considered if experienced in all listed specialties
• RTO requests require manager approval and must be submitted in advance
• Flu vaccination required for clearance to start, with medical exemptions only considered
• Previous permanent employment at any Northern Light Health Hospital is not permitted
• Candidates must reside 100+ miles South/Southwest of Bangor, Maine to be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-775875. Pay package is based on 9 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Operating Room
- Pediatric OR

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.