Travel Operating Room Manager - $3,806 per week

American Traveler; Ellsworth (ME); On-site; USD 81,900 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Housing stipends

24/7 support and access to in-house clinicians

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for an experienced travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a leadership role in Ellsworth, Maine. The position requires active RN licensure and a BSN or higher, along with significant OR management experience. Responsibilities include overseeing OR operations, managing staff schedules, and ensuring high-quality patient care. The job offers competitive pay and benefits starting from day one of the assignment. This is a full-time, travel nursing position with a commitment of 13 weeks.

Qualifications

• Active ME or compact RN license required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of OR Manager or Director experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-department OR setting managing a team.
• Run morning huddles and monthly team meetings.
• Participate in value analysis and performance improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Budget management

Scheduling

Performance improvement

Experience with OR case types

Education

BSN or higher

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical Services Manager position overseeing a multi‑department OR setting in Maine, requiring a minimum of 3 years of OR management experience and an active ME or compact RN license.

Details

• Position is based in a 64‑bed community hospital (staffed for 40) with no trauma designation
• Manager will oversee 4 ORs, 11 Pre‑op/PACU beds, Sterile Processing, Pre‑admission Testing, and 3 Schedulers/Patient Service Representatives
• Average surgical volume is 15–25 cases per day
• Patient population includes adults and minimal pediatrics across general surgery, urology, ENT, OB/GYN, orthopedics, and endoscopy case types
• Specific procedures include open and laparoscopic general surgery, laser lithotripsy, T&As, C‑sections, total joint replacements, and endoscopies (EGDs and colonoscopies)
• Monday–Friday schedule, 0700–1600
• No scheduled weekend shifts or on‑call, though occasional weekend or holiday calls/questions may occur
• No floating required
• Cerner EMR — experience preferred
• No holiday shift coverage required, though occasional questions or calls during holidays are possible

Requirements

• Active ME or compact RN license required
• BSN or higher required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of OR Manager or Director experience required; 5+ years preferred
• Experience supporting a broad range of OR case types including general surgery, urology, ENT, OB/GYN, and orthopedics
• Strong leadership skills including staff accountability, budget management, scheduling, and performance improvement
• Candidates must not have previously worked at any Northern Light Health Hospital in a permanent capacity
• Two professional references from within the past year required, with at least one from a supervisor, manager, or director (charge nurses accepted; peer references not accepted)
• Full SSN, Driver's License, and copies of all certifications required for consideration
• Flu vaccination required for clearance to start

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include running morning huddles and monthly team meetings, attending bed meetings, managing staff and call schedules, overseeing time and attendance, participating in value analysis, managing performance improvement projects and PIPs, and collaborating with infection control for SPD
• May occasionally be expected to step into cases to assist staff, though this is not a routine expectation
• Manager will oversee approximately 45–50 tenured staff members
• Support structure includes a VP, Charge RNs for PACU and OR, an SPD Charge, surgeons, anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and a House Supervisor available nights and weekends
• New Employee Orientation (NEO) provided; remainder of the first week will be dedicated to unit orientation
• Business casual dress code required; no jeans or open‑toe shoes
• Free parking available on‑site
• RTO requests must be submitted and approved through the manager; all RTO should be disclosed at the time of consideration
• Candidates whose permanent address is 100+ miles south/southwest of Bangor, ME are eligible; those living 100+ miles north are reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis
• First‑time travelers will be considered, though travel experience is preferred

American Traveler Job ID #P-688823. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Leadership - Nurse Manager

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.