Operating Room Nurse
Vail, CO
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Rotating
$3,117/weekOverview
- Start Date02/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration17 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care56 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with a current CO or compact RN license and at least one year of OR experience for a rotating shift position.
Responsibilities
- Work in a hospital operating room setting
- Rotating shift schedule with three 12-hour shifts per week
- 17-week contract assignment
- Responsible for overseeing daily patient flow in the OR to optimize care, safety, and satisfaction
- Triages incoming patient requests and delivers patient education to facilitate care planning
- Delegates care according to Colorado state regulations and demonstrates critical thinking skills
- Collaborates with providers, staff, and other teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
- Expected to be HIPAA compliant and perform other duties as assigned
- No radius restrictions for local candidates
Requirements
- Active RN license in Colorado or a compact state
- Minimum one year of recent operating room RN experience required
- Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking
- Basic computer skills or ability to obtain them within 90 days
Benefits
- 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
Facility
Vail Valley Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Vail Valley Medical Center
Pros
3 12’s, not a lot of call. Easy surgical procedures, hospital provided housing (will have roommates). Beautiful landscape.
Cons
Cost of living. I-70 closes down a lot during winter. Staff drama. Some doctors are rude and condescending. Favoritism. Travelers will be sent into rooms so they can send full time staff home early.


- Short Term Acute Care
- 56 beds
Employer
American Traveler
49 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was diligent in getting me an assignment. Always checking in and keeping me updated. This will be my first travel assignment, but so far so good.
Cons
Have no complaints so far.
Recommends working with American Traveler
Vail, CO
About
Vail is one of Colorado's top ski resort towns. Nestled between the Sawatch and Gore mountain ranges, it hosts the country's largest single-mountain resort with nearly 5,300 acres of epic slopes. During the warmer months, locals and visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting and golfing. Vail Village is the city’s hot gathering spot with a European feel, with heated cobblestone streets that make it a joy to shop, dine and experience the lively nightlife. Hundreds of shops with everything from outdoor gear to jewelry and impressive works of art provide plenty of browsing and buying opportunities. Vail also frequently hosts festivals, including the Vail Jazz Festival and the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival, featuring renowned orchestras like the New York Philharmonic.
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