Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,688 per week

First Connect Health

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • Today
  • $2,688 Per Week

Highlights

Core Responsibilities: Circulating (scrub experience is a plus), verifying surgical consent and site marking, patient positioning and skin prep, electrosurgical safety management, time-out protocols, specimen collection and handling, counts, and post-anesthesia handoffs. If you are an experienced OR circulator (scrub competency helpful) skilled in robotic instrumentation, aseptic technique, surgical patient advocacy, and multi-specialty circulating looking to earn $2,688/week in Wisconsin, this assignment is built for you!

Numbers & Facts

LocationMilwaukee, WI

Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/16/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 10 hours, days, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

40-HOUR DAY-SHIFT OPERATING ROOM (OR) RN CONTRACT – MILWAUKEE, WI

An immediate travel contract opening (13 to 26 weeks) is available for an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Lake Michigan shoreline). Operating within advanced surgical suites at an established regional medical center, this position features a 40-hour daytime schedule (4x10-Hour rotating day shifts, 07:00 AM – 17:00 PM or 09:00 AM – 19:00 PM, Monday through Friday, 40 hours guaranteed weekly). 13 TO 26-WEEK CONTRACT FLEXIBILITY! NO SCHEDULED WEEKEND SHIFTS! HIGH-TECH ROBOTICS SUITES! The perioperative team handles a dynamic surgical case mix across general surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, and robotic-assisted procedures. If you are an experienced OR circulator (scrub competency helpful) skilled in robotic instrumentation, aseptic technique, surgical patient advocacy, and multi-specialty circulating looking to earn $2,688/week in Wisconsin, this assignment is built for you!

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

  • Weekly Gross: $2,688.00
  • Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,568.00
  • Hourly W2 Rate: $28.00/hr (40 regular hours)
  • Overtime Rate: $42.00/hr

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

  • Schedule: Day shifts, 4x10-Hours (Rotating start times: 07:00 AM – 17:00 PM or 09:00 AM – 19:00 PM, Monday – Friday).
  • Guaranteed Hours: 40 regular hours guaranteed weekly.
  • Assignment Duration: 13 to 26 Weeks (flexible contract length accepted).
  • Weekend Shifts: No routinely scheduled weekend shifts.
  • On-Call Requirements: Departmental on-call rotation required based on surgical volume (includes rotating weekday call, rotating weekend call, and holiday call hours).
  • Department Setting: Inpatient Surgical Services / Main Operating Room (Unit: Operating Room 001).
  • Floating Flexibility: Rare floating within clinical skillset onsite or to affiliated regional sites within a 40-mile radius if operationally necessary.
  • Clinical Scope & Specialty Case Mix:
    • Multi-specialty robotic-assisted surgery (da Vinci surgical platforms).
    • General surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomies, appendectomies, hernia repairs, colon resections).
    • Orthopedic, gynecologic, urologic, and ENT operative procedures.
  • Core Responsibilities: Circulating (scrub experience is a plus), verifying surgical consent and site marking, patient positioning and skin prep, electrosurgical safety management, time-out protocols, specimen collection and handling, counts, and post-anesthesia handoffs.
  • EMR System: Epic (Epic experience is strictly required).

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

  • Experience: Minimum 3 years of dedicated acute care Operating Room (OR) clinical nursing experience, with verified hands-on robotic surgery experience. Must have at least 1 year of prior travel nursing experience. (Scrub nursing experience is a strong plus).
  • Licensure: Active Wisconsin RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal.
  • Certifications Required at Submittal (Must be attached):
    • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
  • Technical Requirement: Documented clinical charting proficiency with Epic EMR is required.

✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized perioperative recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential checklist mapping, and prioritized clinical review!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Milwaukee, WI 53211 (Dept: Operating Room 001). ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 40 hours guaranteed weekly on 4x10-hour Day shifts (rotating between 07:00–17:00 and 09:00–19:00, Monday–Friday). Contracts accepted for 13 to 26 weeks. On-Call Commitment: Rotating weekday, weekend, and holiday on-call hours are required based on departmental surgical volume. Core Specialty Competency: Documented experience with robotic-assisted surgery is required on the resume; scrub experience is a strong plus. Floating Scope: Rare potential to float within clinical skillset onsite or to affiliated sister facilities within a 40-mile radius. Submittal Rules & Compliance: Active WI or Compact RN license (in-hand) and current AHA BLS must be uploaded with the initial submittal packet. Candidate resume must clearly demonstrate 3+ years of acute OR circulating experience, 1+ year of prior travel experience, robotic surgery familiarity, and Epic EMR exposure. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet.

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

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