American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.
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
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN for a Level II Trauma Magnet hospital, requiring an active AK RN license, 2+ years of OR experience, and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Operating Room unit within an acute care hospital setting
- Level II Trauma, Magnet-designated facility
- Day shift schedule, either 3x12 or 4x10 hour shifts with varying start times (0645-1915 or 0900-2130)
- Weekend shifts required
- On-call limited to coverage for call-offs only
- May float to like units or affiliate hospitals as needed
- Scrubs provided by facility
- Free parking available
Requirements
- Active AK RN license required in hand
- Minimum 2 years of Operating Room RN experience required
- BLS certification required; ACLS and CNOR certifications preferred
- 1:1 patient ratio experience
- Epic charting system experience required
- Level I Trauma experience preferred
- 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
- Copy of certifications required for consideration
Additional Information
- Scrub for a wide range of surgical specialties including general, orthopedic, neuro, vascular, gynecologic, urologic, and trauma cases
- Exposure to advanced surgical equipment and robotics such as the Da Vinci Xi and Mazor Robot
- Must be willing to work 2 of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
- Hepatitis B vaccination required; titers or declinations not accepted
- Housing options in the area may be limited
- Local candidates not accepted; must live at least 50 miles from the facility
- Former permanent staff must have a 3-month separation before returning as a traveler
- Travelers limited to a maximum of 1 calendar year per assignment, followed by a required 6-month break before returning to the same facility
- All requested time off must be submitted and approved individually at time of offer
- First-time travelers not accepted for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P-771464. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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.