Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

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

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN
- Operating Room with strong orthopedic and DaVinci robotics experience for a weekend-focused 12-hour day shift role at a Level III Trauma Center.

• Operating Room unit with 11 ORs and 1 Hybrid Room, performing 40-50 cases per day
• Level III Trauma Center with 375 beds
• 12-hour day shifts, working every weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun),
• 36 hours per week on a 6-week scheduling cycle
• Patient population includes ENT, general, GYN, vascular, urology, podiatry, and minimal pediatrics (typically ENT)
• No open heart, transplant, or high-level neuro surgeries
• Circulating RN responsibilities for above case types
• On-call requirement of 4-6 shifts per 6-week period, , with a 30-minute response time and no sleep rooms available
• May float to inpatient areas or ER during low census, within scope of practice only (no patient assignment or medication administration)
• Must be available to work 7 days a week unless otherwise approved
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system

• Active WA or compact RN license
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of acute/inpatient OR experience required
• Strong orthopedic experience required (sports medicine, total joints, ortho spine)
• DaVinci Robotics experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Robotics experience (DaVinci, Mazer) preferred
• Must demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, reliability, and a good attitude

• Provide circulating RN support for a range of surgical specialties including ENT, general, GYN, vascular, urology, and podiatry
• Work closely with charge RNs, anesthesiologists, CRNAs, surgeons, hospitalists, and respiratory therapists
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) followed by unit-specific orientation for the remainder of the week
• Scrubs provided and free parking available
• Phones are not permitted on the unit
• Required to take scheduled breaks per shift length (12h: three 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch; 8h/10h: two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch)
• Up to 5 days of RTO may be approved during the assignment
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-775351. Pay package is based on 12 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

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.