OR Registered Nurse
Bridgeport, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,434/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationRehabilitation264 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: May 25, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Operating Room position at a Level II Trauma acute care hospital in West Virginia, requiring at least 2 years of OR experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Acute care hospital setting with Level II Trauma designation
- Operating Room unit with 11 total rooms — 8 OR suites and 3 Endoscopy suites, handling approximately 65 cases per day
- Wide variety of surgical cases including General, Vascular, Ortho, Neuro, Eyes, and ENT (no open heart procedures)
- DaVinci Robot is in use; experience with robotic-assisted surgery is a strong plus
- Will cross-train to Endoscopy
- Baxter infusion pumps in use; equipment includes Phillips and Dynomap monitors
- Epic EMR in use
- 12-hour night shifts, Wednesday through Friday
- On-call rotation: one weeknight call every 4 weeks (7PM–7AM) and one weekend call shift (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) up to 24 hours per 13-week contract
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active WV RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience required
- Experience across all areas of the OR required
- Epic EMR experience required
- A valid, unexpired driver's license is required for consideration
- Two references required: one supervisor reference and one peer or additional supervisor reference (e.g., Charge RN)
Additional Information
- Candidate must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position
- Travelers who have previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
- Travelers may not work within the WVU Medicine system for longer than one cumulative year without a 2-year break
- No pre-screen interview required for this OR position; candidates interview directly with the unit manager
- First-time travelers are not specifically excluded, but 2 years of OR experience is required
Facility
United Hospital Center
Pros
Coworkers were great, very welcoming
Cons
Was told in phone interview that max ratio would be 1:9. Reality was 1:15. Unit was considered transitional, but patients were more like med/surg. Not willing to risk my license for such unsafe ratios.
- Rehabilitation
- 264 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with 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.
Bridgeport, WV
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