Travel OR RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Ranson, West Virginia.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:
  10 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring 3 years of OR experience and ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.

• Acute care hospital setting in a 4-room OR suite (3 OR suites and 1 procedure room) with a shared Pre Op area
• Case volume varies by day, with Tues/Thurs ranging 20-22 cases and MWF ranging 6-14 cases
• High volume of total joint procedures (hips, knees, shoulders, ROSA robot), sports medicine, arthroscopies, and non-complicated fractures
• Also performs general surgery cases including scopes, EGDs, gallbladder, appendectomy, breast biopsies, and mastectomies
• Additional specialties include OB/GYN (C-sections, hysterectomies), urology, plastics, and periodic ENT cases
• Complicated fractures are sent to higher trauma level facilities
• Typical staffing ratio is 1 RN to 1 patient, with 2 OR techs per RN per room
• Charge nurse coverage available 24/7
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Philips telemetry monitoring and ventilators available
• RT in-house 24/7; pharmacy not in-house 24/7 but Pyxis available
• No dedicated IV team
• Schedule is four 10-hour day shifts, weekdays
• OR is closed on weekends and holidays except for call coverage
• Weekend rotation required approximately every 6-8 weeks
• Call requirements average 3-4 shifts per month, with a 30-minute response time once called
• Call shifts run 7a-7p Mon-Fri and 24 hours Sat/Sun
• Floating not typically required for travelers, though limited opportunities within scope may be offered

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required, specifically in a similar OR setting
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA)
• BSN not required for this position
• Prior travel experience preferred, though strong OR experience may qualify first-time travelers
• Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated (2 doses Moderna/Pfizer or 1 dose J&J) or submit an approved medical/religious exemption

• Provide direct perioperative nursing care across general surgery and multiple surgical specialties
• Scrub color provided by facility; RNs are not required to scrub in
• Floor-specific orientation includes 3 shifts with a preceptor following general hospital orientation
• Holiday coverage is handled through the call schedule, as the OR is closed on holidays
• Facility is noted as traveler-friendly with frequent contract extensions
• First-time travelers may be considered if they have strong, comparable OR experience
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Previous perm or travel employees must have a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers are limited to a cumulative 1 year within the WVU system before requiring a 2-year break
• No blocked scheduling requests will be approved

American Traveler Job  #P-772876. 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.