Travel RN - Operating Room

American Traveler; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN for a Level I trauma center in Flagstaff, AZ. Candidates must have Level I trauma experience and expertise in general, ortho, spine, trauma, and neuro cases, with an AZ license and BLS/ACLS.

This travel assignment offers high pay, bonuses, housing allowance, and licensure reimbursements, with 36 hours guaranteed and rotating shifts. On-site opportunity at a teaching hospital with Cerner charting.

Qualifications

• Active AZ RN license or valid compact license.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA).
• Minimum 2 years OR experience; 3 years preferred.
• Level I trauma experience required; Level II+ may be considered.
• Experience in general, orthopedic, spine, trauma, and neuro surgeries.
• Two professional references before start.

Responsibilities

• Operate in a Level I trauma center OR with 11 rooms handling high-volume ortho, trauma and spine cases.
• Maintain 1:1 patient care ratio.
• Work 3x12 day/mid shifts with 0700–1900 or 1030–2300 times.
• Be available for on-call shifts and recall; weekend calls.
• No floating required; weekend scheduling blocked.
• Support travel staff with orientation and compliance.

Skills

Active AZ RN license

BLS

ACLS

2+ years OR experience

Level I trauma experience

General/Orthopedic/Spine/Trauma/Neuro

Job description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN for a Level I trauma center with required Level I trauma experience and expertise in general, ortho, spine, trauma, and neuro cases.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted AZ RN license or valid compact license required
• BLS and ACLS certification required (AHA certifications required)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required, 3 years preferred
• Level I trauma experience required; highly skilled clinicians with recent Level II trauma experience in a like-size or larger facility may be considered
• Experience required in general, orthopedic, spine, trauma, and neuro surgeries (specifically craniotomies)
• Two professional references required prior to start, one from most recent employer within 1 year and another within 2 years
• Candidates who have lived or worked in GA, NV, NH, MA, Puerto Rico, or U.S. Virgin Islands should complete state release forms to avoid background check delays

Responsibilities

• Level I trauma center OR with 11 rooms handling high-volume ortho, trauma, and spine cases, as well as all other specialties with minimal pediatrics
• 1:1 patient ratio
• 3x12 day/mid shifts, variable 0700-1900 or 1030-2300
• On-call required: up to 8 weekday shifts and up to 9 (12-hour) weekend call shifts (Friday-Sunday) in a 13-week period, with 30-minute recall
• No floating required
• Weekend scheduling is blocked
• 36 guaranteed hours per week, with facility allowed up to 6 call-offs during the 13-week assignment
• Charting system is Cerner
• Scrubs are provided for OR RNs
• Teaching hospital with Level I trauma designation and 268 total staffed beds
• Free parking available
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted
• Unit manager approval required for RTO requests
• Must be available to work 2 of the following holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Independence Day Weekend, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Candidates must be comfortable floating without restriction to nearby affiliate hospitals or other units based on skills and census needs
• Previous Northern Arizona Healthcare staff must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Return travelers who canceled a previous contract within 10 days of start date are ineligible
• Travel pairs accepted for this unit
• Orientation includes training modules completed during the first week, averaging about 6 hours

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts