Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Company: American Traveler
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: OR - Operating Room - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 01/26/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel /n Job Description/n American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with a LA or compact license and orthopedic, DaVinci, and trauma experience. /n /n Responsibilities/n - Position is in the Operating Room within a hospital setting - Day shifts with a 5x8 schedule from 10:00 to 19:00 - Call duties are required during the assignment - Patient population includes general, orthopedic, and trauma surgical cases - Utilizes DaVinci surgical system for applicable procedures - Perform circulating and scrub responsibilities for a variety of surgical procedures - Reliable participation in on-call rotation is mandatory - Two professional references are required for consideration - PDF copy of a valid driver’s license and Social Security card are required at time of consideration /n /n Requirements/n - Active LA state or compact RN license required - Current BLS certification required - Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room RN experience is required; 5 years preferred - Travel nursing experience preferred - Experience with orthopedic, DaVinci (General), and trauma cases required /n Benefits/n - 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 /n American Traveler Job ID P-658270. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.

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