Travel OR RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in St Matthews, Kentucky.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 24 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 2x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  24 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for an Operating Room position requiring 4+ years of experience and a unique third-shift schedule solo with a single surgical tech.

• Surgical services unit providing care for over 9000 patients per year across four operating rooms and four procedure rooms
• Services include endoscopy, pain management, ENT, general surgery, hand and foot surgery, and orthopedic procedures
• Third shift schedule of 2 shifts per week, alternating between 18:30-07:00 and 22:30-07:00
• Alternating weekly schedule of Sunday/Monday one week and Wednesday/Thursday the next, non-negotiable
• Works solo on third shift with only one surgical tech

• Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or Compact)
• BLS certification required
• 4+ years of OR nursing experience required, preferably from a larger comparable hospital
• ADN or ASN required, BSN preferred
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety needs and implement appropriate safety devices
• Strong computer systems aptitude or ability to be trained
• Last 4 of SSN and MM/DD of DOB required for consideration

• Provides comprehensive nursing assessments, care planning, and direct patient care in the OR setting
• Coordinates patient admission, transfer, and discharge activities alongside the care team
• Delegates and oversees tasks performed by other care team members
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement activities and core measures
• Candidates must reside within a 75-mile radius; local candidates accepted at a lower rate

American Traveler Job  #P-747759. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 24.0 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.