American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Macon, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Pediatrics OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/07/2026
- 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: Dec 7, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Operating Room position requiring BLS, PALS, and pediatric circulating surgical experience.
Details
- Pediatric Surgery unit with 4 OR rooms in a Level 1 trauma teaching hospital
- Surgical patients aged 18 and under, including special needs patients of all ages for procedures such as dental
- 1:1 RN to patient ratio
- 10-hour day shift schedule, 7A-5P, 40 hours per week
- Weekend call rotation every 4th weekend and 1 weeknight call per week
- Floating to PACU in Peds as needed
- Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis med dispensing, and Phillips monitors
- Unit-specific equipment includes VS3 vital sign monitors, Nova Glucose Stat Strips, cardiac telemetry monitoring, portable vital sign monitors (Dynamap), Glucommander, and suction machines
Requirements
- Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
- BLS and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Pediatric OR required
- Minimum 12 months of core work experience in the unit specialty area, with most recent experience within the last year
- OR circulating surgical case experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
- At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information
- Perform circulating duties for pediatric surgical cases
- Work alongside CNAs who assist with vitals, glucose checks, baths, and patient transport
- Charge nurse support available on each unit
- 24/7 support from RT, hospitalist, and intensivist teams
- Facility does not have a dedicated IV/VAT team; nurses draw labs
- Orientation includes 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules and 2 days of departmental orientation
- Scrubs are issued (surgical green) through a scrub exchange system
- Travelers will work 75% of holidays
- RTO requests require manager approval
- Fast-paced but team-oriented unit culture
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- No radius rule applies; local candidates receive the same rate as travelers
- Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position
American Traveler Job ID #P-782579. 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 - Pediatric OR
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.