Travel Operating Room RN - $2,069 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Overland Park, Kansas.

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/25/2026
• 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 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Operating Room position at a 343-bed designated trauma center in Overland Park, KS, requiring a minimum of 2 years of OR experience and a KS or compact RN license.

• Work in the Operating Room (Perioperative unit) of a 343-bed acute care hospital
• Full spectrum of surgical procedures performed, including abdominal, cardiovascular, colon/rectal, ENT, gynecological, joint replacement, maternal-fetal, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, oral/maxillofacial, orthopedic/sports medicine, pediatrics, plastic and reconstructive, robotics, spine, thoracic, trauma, urological, and vascular
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Charting performed in Meditech
• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; on-call required
• Set schedules with shift options of 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts based on availability
• Floating is not required (except in rare circumstances)
• 13-week contract

• Active KS RN license or valid compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent OR/perioperative RN experience required
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required (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 employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

• This facility is the only designated trauma center in Johnson County, verified by the American College of Surgeons, and is equipped to treat life-threatening injuries 24/7
• Hospital holds numerous accreditations including JCAHO Gold Seal of Approval, Primary Stroke Center certification, Chest Pain accreditation, Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement, and Commission on Cancer Accreditation, among others
• Hospital-laundered scrubs are provided by the department
• Friendly, team-based culture with staff ranging from new graduates to 30 years of experience
• New grad travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-708927. 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.