Travel RN - Operating Room

American Traveler; Saint Matthews (KY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) RN in Saint Matthews, Kentucky. The role requires active KY or compact RN licensure and BLS certification, with ADN/ASN required and BSN preferred.

40 hours per week on a 4x10 schedule, 13-week assignment with start Sep 21, 2026. Responsibilities include independent assessment and coordination of care within the CVOR team, with a focus on safety, patient education, and collaboration with surgical staff.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or compact) required.
• BLS certification required.
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred.
• No prior nursing experience required, though previous nursing experience is preferred.
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety devices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered nursing care through assessment, treatment planning, and coordination across the surgical care team.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments considering culture, age, and developmental level.
• Collaborate with the interprofessional team to prioritize patient needs and implement care plans.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, treatments, and discharge planning.
• Delegate and oversee care tasks performed by other team members.
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities and core measures.
• Promote a positive team environment and adhere to evidence-based nursing practices.

Skills

Active KY RN license

BLS certification

Education

ADN or ASN

BSN preferred

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Travel RN - Operating Room

St Matthews, Kentucky

Assignment Overview

Overview

Posted 9 hours ago

Shift

Days, 4x10hrs

Hours

40 hrs/wk

Start Date

Sep 21, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) position requiring an active KY or compact RN license and BLS certification.

Details

• Work in the Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) of a surgical services department
• Facility provides care for over 9000 patients per year across four operating rooms and four procedure rooms
• Services include endoscopy, pain management, ENT, general surgery, hand and foot surgery, and orthopedic procedures
• Schedule prefers 4x10-hour shifts, with flexibility considered for the right candidate
• Day shift schedule with 10-hour shifts
• 40 hours per week at 1.0 FTE

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or compact) required
• BLS certification required
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• No prior nursing experience required, though previous nursing experience is preferred
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety devices

Additional Information

• Deliver patient-centered nursing care through assessment, treatment planning, and coordination across the surgical care team
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments considering culture, age, and developmental level
• Collaborate with the interprofessional team to prioritize patient needs and implement care plans
• Educate patients and families on procedures, treatments, and discharge planning
• Delegate and oversee care tasks performed by other team members
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities and core measures
• Promote a positive team environment and adhere to evidence-based nursing practices

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

$2,756/wk

Weekly Wages

$1,440/wk

Regular Hours

$36.00 x 40 hours/wk = $1,440

Weekly Stipends

$1,316/wk

Lodging

$120.00 x 7 days = $840

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,756/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,581 - $2,756. The weekly pay shown in this posting, along with related figures, reflects the lower end of this range for local candidates and higher end of this range for travel candidates. Weekly travel pay includes tax-free stipends per IRS guidelines. Weekly local pay is fully taxable and therefore lower due to additional employer-paid taxes and related costs.

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