Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Overland Park, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/29/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a travel Operating Room position at a 343-bed designated trauma center in Overland Park, KS, requiring at least 2 years of OR experience and a KS or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in the Operating Room (Perioperative unit) of a 343-bed acute care hospital
- 1:1 patient ratio
- Broad surgical case mix including abdominal, cardiovascular, colon/rectal, ENT, gynecological, joint replacement, maternal-fetal, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, orthopedic/sports medicine, pediatrics, plastic and reconstructive, robotics, spine, thoracic, trauma, urological, and vascular procedures
- Charting and documentation via Meditech
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM with on-call requirements
- Set schedules with schedule options of 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts based on availability
- Floating is not required
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active KS or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of recent OR/perioperative RN experience required
- BLS certification required (AHA or ARC accepted); certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
- One professional reference required
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Surgical/procedural experience is preferred but not required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
- Hospital-laundered scrubs are provided by the department
- The facility is the only American College of Surgeons Verified Trauma Center in Johnson County, equipped to treat life-threatening injuries 24/7
- The facility holds numerous accreditations including JCAHO Gold Seal, Primary Stroke Center, Chest Pain accreditation, NAPBC, and Commission on Cancer, among others
- Team environment includes staff ranging from new graduates to nurses with 30+ years of experience
- First-time travelers and new graduates are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-719947. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.
