Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,800 per week

American Traveler; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

A travel nursing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN for an operating room position in Bismarck, North Dakota. This 13-week contract requires at least 3 years of Operating Room experience, an active RN license, and current BLS certification. The role involves providing surgical nursing care, assisting in procedures, and working with a supportive healthcare team. Also offering benefits including insurance and housing stipends from day one, this is a valuable opportunity for experienced nurses looking to advance their careers in a vibrant location.

Qualifications

• Active ND or Compact RN license required; pending licenses not accepted.
• Minimum 3 years of OR experience required.
• BLS certification is necessary and must be up to date.
• Minimum 3 years of OR experience required
• General/Robotics track: must have experience with open bellies, GYN, Da Vinci Xi, and endo; scope experience accepted with willingness to refresh
• Ortho/Neuro track: must have 3 years of dedicated Ortho/Neuro OR experience
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• Must not be currently employed directly by any facility; candidates placed PRN through outside firms will be considered
• A driver's license is required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in the operating room setting.
• Assist in surgeries and maintain patient safety during procedures.
• Communicate with surgical team and document patient care.
• Cover OR shifts with charge nurse support and on-site manager during business hours
• Participate in 24/7 call rotations (weeknights, weekends, holidays) and maintain 15-minute call response time

Skills

Operating Room experience

BLS certification

Epic EMR experience

General/Robotics experience

Ortho/Neuro experience

Education

Active ND or Compact (NLC) RN license

Current BLS certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Da Vinci Xi

Job description

Overview

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1
• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• 8 hours, days shift
• Travel Employment Type

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a 13-week travel contract at a Level II Trauma acute care facility in Bismarck, ND, with a requirement for proficiency in either Ortho/Neuro or General/Robotics specialties.

Details

• Acute care hospital OR setting with 12 OR suites, 1 Endo Suite, and 1 Cysto Suite
• Averages 25–30 cases per day across a broad surgical patient population (peds through geriatrics)
• General/Robotics track: common cases include open bellies, GYN, urology, cysto, endo/GI, and robotic-assisted surgery using the Da Vinci Xi and ION Robot on Stryker towers
• Ortho/Neuro track: common cases include total joints (hips, knees, shoulders), sports medicine, arthroscopies, spinal fusions, cervical and lumbar cases, micro discs, and craniotomies
• Charge Nurse coverage provided for all shifts (7a–11p Mon–Fri, 7a–7p weekends); manager on-site until 4p Mon–Fri
• OR techs are present on all shifts
• EMR: Epic
• 8-hour day shifts, 0645–1515 or 0900–1730, Monday–Friday; schedule determined by clinical supervisor
• Weeknight call required 1–2 times per week (1515–0645)
• Weekend call required approximately every 3–4 weekends (Fri 1515–Mon 0645)
• Holiday call required on a rotating basis with permanent staff
• 15-minute call response time required; 8-hour post-call reprieve shifts provided; sleep room available on-site
• Floating required to cross-train to other specialty cases and to the floor as a 1:1 sitter or helper as needed (training provided)

Requirements

• Active ND or Compact (NLC) RN license required; pending licenses not accepted
• Current BLS certification required; pending certifications not accepted
• Minimum 3 years of OR experience required
• General/Robotics track: must have experience with open bellies, GYN, Da Vinci Xi, and endo; scope experience accepted with willingness to refresh
• Ortho/Neuro track: must have 3 years of dedicated Ortho/Neuro OR experience
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• Must not be currently employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) directly by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility; candidates placed PRN through outside firms will be considered
• A driver\'s license is required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Additional Information

• RNs are not required to scrub
• Scrubs are provided
• Orientation consists of 3–5 days of hospital/unit-based orientation plus 2 buddy call shifts
• Candidates will undergo a profile review and manager interview as part of the selection process
• The department is described as having a family-oriented atmosphere with strong team support
• RTO must be submitted upfront; up to 7 days per 13-week contract may be approved; no additional RTO will be approved after the initial request
• Holiday coverage is required on a rotating basis shared with permanent staff

Pay package: American Traveler Job ID #P-688580. 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 - 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.