Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Montclair, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  OR - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  10 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:
  10 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

OR Registered Nurse (Circulator)

Location: Montclair, NJ

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (03/16/2026 – 06/15/2026)

Shift: 4x10-Hour Days (07:00 – 17:30) | 40 Hours Per Week

Looking for a versatile Operating Room RN to support a high-volume surgical department. This facility handles a vast range of surgical specialties, from routine outpatient procedures to complex robotic and neurosurgical cases. As a primary Circulator, you will be responsible for patient advocacy, maintaining the sterile field's integrity, and coordinating the surgical team across all age groups, including pediatrics and geriatrics.

• Surgical Circulation: Coordinate all activities within the OR suite, ensuring all equipment (including Robotics and VATS) is ready and sterile.
• Specialty Coverage: Provide expert care across a diverse caseload including Bariatrics, Whipple procedures, Craniotomies, Total Joint Replacements, and Vascular repairs (AAA and Carotid Endarterectomy).
• Robotic Surgery Support: Assist in various robotic-assisted cases (Colorectal, GYN, Ortho, and Urologic).
• Patient Safety: Manage surgical counts, skin prep, and patient positioning for complex procedures like spinal fusions and radical neck dissections.
• Documentation: Utilize Epic EMR for meticulous intraoperative charting.

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of OR experience.
• Traveler Status: 1st-time travelers are accepted.
• Licensure: Active New Jersey State RN License in hand.
• Certifications: * BLS (AHA) – Required.
  • ACLS (AHA) – Preferred.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in circulating a wide array of cases, particularly Robotics, Neuro, and Vascular.

• Setting: Community Hospital with a high-acuity surgical volume.
• Patient Population: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics.
• Support: Strong interdisciplinary team including Respiratory, Radiology, and Rapid Response.
• Dress Code: Scrubs are provided by the facility.
• Orientation: 32 hours of orientation; modules are completed onsite.

• Radius Rule: No local candidates accepted within 50 miles of the facility.

JOB

Requirements & Qualifications:

- Experience:

Minimum 1 year of OR experience.

- Traveler Status: 1st-time travelers are accepted.

- Licensure:
Active New Jersey State RN License in hand.

- Certifications:

* BLS (AHA) – Required. ACLS (AHA) – Preferred.

- Skills:

Strong proficiency in circulating a wide array of cases, particularly Robotics, Neuro, and Vascular.

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus