Travel OR RN - $2,806 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN for a Level I Trauma Center, requiring 3+ years of OR experience and CNOR certification preferred.

• Position based in the Main Operating Room of a Level I Trauma Center
• Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
• 13-week assignment length
• Diverse surgical patient mix including ortho trauma and spine, neuro/craniotomy for tumor, robotic surgery (Da Vinci Xi, Da Vinci SP), bariatrics (gastric sleeve and bypass), and laparoscopic/open GYN and general surgery cases
• Strong trauma surgical skills required
• On-call requirement of 8-12 hours per month
• Required to float within skillset with patient ratios based on acuity when floated
• No block scheduling accommodated
• Uses EPIC charting system

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of Operating Room experience required
• BLS certification required
• CNOR certification preferred
• Scrub experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Experience with robotic surgery systems (Da Vinci Xi, Da Vinci SP) preferred
• Experience scrubbing and circulating for neuro/craniotomy cases highly preferred
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Two current professional references required

• Provide perioperative nursing care across a wide range of surgical specialties including vascular, cardiovascular, neurology, orthopedic, general surgery, GYN, thoracic, and transplant procedures
• Support surgical teams in a high-acuity Level I Trauma Center environment
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Must be available to work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Former RWJBH staff (full-time or PRN) must have been separated from the health system for a minimum of 1 year to be eligible for this travel assignment
• Open or active background check hits and license hits are not accepted
• Assignment is expected to be the traveler's primary work commitment

American Traveler Job  #P-736335. 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.