Travel Operating Room Charge Registered Nurse - $2,523 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in New Orleans, Louisiana.

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/18/2026
• 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: May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR Charge RN for a weekend Operating Room position requiring a minimum of 3 years of OR circulator experience and Epic proficiency.

• Hospital Operating Room setting
• Weekend charge nurse position with day shifts (6:15 AM – 6:45 PM, 3x12-hour shifts)
• Requires proficiency across multiple surgical specialties: General, Colorectal, GU, GYN, Ortho, Neuro, and ENT
• Weekend shifts are worked independently
• On-call responsibilities are required
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active LA or Compact RN license required
• All certifications must be from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Minimum 3 years of OR circulator experience required
• Charge nurse experience in a similarly large facility required
• Epic EMR experience required

• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates must reside 65 miles from the facility to be eligible — local travelers are not accepted
• RTO requests must be disclosed and discussed during the interview process
• This position is located in a hurricane-prone region; staff may be assigned to an Emergency Team requiring them to shelter in place or serve on a relief team during storm events — candidates uncomfortable with this should not apply
• 13-week contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-702394. 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

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.