Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $3,040 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Fargo, North Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Start Date: 01/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN for a Level 1 trauma acute care setting, requiring ND or compact RN license and recent large hospital OR experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a Level 1 trauma acute care hospital with 25 OR suites
- Handle a high volume of 75 to 100 surgical cases per day
- Patient ratio is 1:1 for OR cases
- Responsible for circulating duties in the OR including neuro, ortho, ENT, and general cases
- Perform procedures using robotics including DaVinci, lasers, laparoscopic, arthroscopy, and Stealth navigation for neuro cases
- Uses Epic EMR for documentation, and equipment such as Accudose and cautery
- Scheduled for 8-hour evening shifts from 1p to 9p, with overtime as needed for case completion
- Required to take call one day per week and one weekend every three to four weeks
- May float to Broadway or South University campuses as needed (rarely required)
- Main duties include circulating, sterile prepping, catheter insertion, documentation, and setting up OR equipment
- Scrub attire is provided and must be Ceil Blue
- All clinicians are required to badge in and out at the facility each shift
- First-time travelers may be considered
- Orientation consists of 8 hours
- Disclosure of previous employment with Sanford Health is required as part of the application
Requirements
- Active ND or compact RN license
- Current BLS certification
- Minimum 2 years of recent circulating OR RN experience in a hospital with at least 250 beds and Level 1 trauma status
- Experience in facilities with 15 or more OR suites is required; outpatient center-only experience is not acceptable
- Experience with robotics (DaVinci preferred) and navigation, as well as neuro/ortho procedures
- Experience with Epic EMR is preferred
- Strong ENT and general surgery skills are required
- Candidates must not reside within a 60-mile radius of the facility; adjusted rate applies for those within 60-80 miles
- Travelers with prior Sanford Health employment must have a separation of at least 6 months before consideration
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-648792. 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.