Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,789 per week in Vail, CO
TravelNurseSource
Vail, CO
Job Opportunity – Operating Room Registered Nurse – Colorado
Start Date: May 2026 (preferred)
Location: Vail, Colorado
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, Days, 32 guaranteed hours per week, 13-week assignment
Highlights:
- 13-week travel assignment in a premier mountain community surgical setting
- Focus on Tier 1 surgical cases with sterile processing and instrumentation responsibilities
- Collaborative perioperative team environment with emphasis on patient safety and quality care
- Opportunity to work with diverse age populations from neonatal to geriatric patients
- AORN standards-based practice with ongoing education in new technologies and procedures
- 32 guaranteed hours per week with day shift scheduling
Requirements:
- Active Colorado Surgical Technologist license or RN license
- Completion of Certified Surgical Technologist program or nursing education
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification by American Heart Association
- Experience with sterile and aseptic technique in surgical environments
- Working knowledge of AORN standards and perioperative best practices
- Competency or working towards competency in Tier 1 surgical cases
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to practice in a high-quality surgical environment while enjoying the lifestyle and natural beauty of a renowned Colorado mountain destination. You'll be part of a collaborative team committed to patient safety, professional growth, and the delivery of exceptional perioperative care across all age groups. The role provides hands-on experience with instrumentation, sterile field management, and participation in comprehensive surgical team processes including briefings, debriefings, and time-out protocols.