Travel Operating Room Circulating Registered Nurse - $2,326 per week

American Traveler; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support from in-house clinicians

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a position in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role requires an active TN or compact RN license and current BLS certification, along with a minimum of 2 years of experience as an OR Circulating RN. Responsibilities include managing surgical services and on-call duties, with flexible scheduling. The company offers premium benefits, including medical, dental, and substantial housing stipends, ensuring a supportive travel nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Active TN or compact RN license is required.
• Current BLS certification is mandatory.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an OR Circulating RN.

Responsibilities

• Circulating RN responsibilities across various surgical services.
• Manage on-call duties with minimal weekend rotations.
• Communicate any requested time off before placement finalization.

Skills

Operating Room experience

BLS certification

Circulating RN responsibilities

Flexibility across surgical lines

Education

Active TN or compact RN license

Job description

Overview

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

Assignment Details

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/18/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Responsibilities

• Circulating RN responsibilities across a variety of general surgical service lines
• First-time travelers are not preferred but may be considered with strong, appropriate OR experience
• Any requested time off must be communicated prior to finalizing the placement agreement
• Local candidates are not explicitly accepted or excluded — no radius rule specified

Qualifications

• Active TN or compact RN license currently in hand — no pending licenses accepted
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an OR Circulating RN
• Must be able to work across multiple general surgical service lines (excluding CV, neurosurgery, and orthopedic surgery)
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Copy of driver’s license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Hospital operating room setting
• Works across multiple surgical service lines, excluding cardiovascular, neurosurgery, and orthopedic surgery — must be flexible across all other service lines
• Day shift, 4x10-hour shifts (6:30 AM – 5:00 PM), Monday through Friday with a rotating day off
• No weekend shift requirements
• On-call is required, including minimal weekend call and a proportional rotation of late stays (typically 2–3 times per month)
• Block scheduling is not available

American Traveler Job ID #P-702375. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

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.