Travel OR RN

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

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR RN with a minimum of 2 years of experience and at least one prior travel assignment for a fast-paced surgical unit.

• Operating Room setting within a hospital
• Day shift schedule with 4x12 hour shifts, options for 6:00-19:00 or 11:00-23:00
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower level of acuity
• On-call requirement of 6 calls per 6-week schedule
• Weekend requirement of 1 shift per 6-week schedule
• Performs specialized procedures including total joints, spine, craniotomy, free flaps, cyto reduction, ENT/OMF, and bariatric surgeries
• Supports surgical specialties including General OR, Bariatrics, ENT, Neurology, Orthopedics, and Urology

• Active DC RN license required in hand prior to start date; pending DC license accepted with proof of pending status
• BLS certification required, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience within the last 7 years required
• At least 1 previous travel assignment required for consideration
• Two supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment
• Experience with a variety of surgical procedures including spinal fusion, craniotomy, laparoscopic cases, total joint replacement, and ENT procedures preferred
• Skills in specialties such as Neurology, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Urology, ENT, Plastics, and Bariatrics preferred

• First-time travelers with the required 2 years of experience will be considered
• Flu vaccine required for all employees at this facility
• Scrub color is ceil blue if not provided by the facility
• No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment; maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract
• Nurses with previous employment at this health system must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a travelers
• Manager interviews are not guaranteed; candidates should be comfortable proceeding without one

American Traveler Job  #P-749100. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.