Travel OR RN

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

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 4x10hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN
- Operating Room specialist with strong Ortho/Spine or Robotics experience for a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center.

• Operating Room unit in a Level I Trauma Center, academic medical center setting
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Day shift (4x10, 7:00-13:30) or Evening shift (4x10, 13:00-23:30) available
• 5x8 schedule option also available (7a-3:30p)
• No weekends or call requirements
• Epic charting system used
• Scrubs provided

• Active CT or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of OR experience required (1.5 years considered for Level I Trauma or travel experience)
• Strong Ortho/Spine background or Robotics experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• One professional reference required for consideration
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only

• Perform circulating and scrub duties for a wide range of surgical specialties including orthopedic, spine, neuro, vascular, general, urology, GYN, ENT, bariatric, thoracic, and robotic procedures
• Experience with equipment such as cell saver, electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources, Hana Table, and Steris preferred
• Familiarity with Da Vinci, Mako, and Mazor robotic systems is a plus
• Must be willing to participate in emergency response activities, including natural disasters
• Candidates must live outside a 75-mile radius of the hospital to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted
• Previous staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to return as a travel RN
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved

American Traveler Job  #P-781316. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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.