American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: OR - Operating Room Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 5x8hrs 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 Center requiring CT/compact licensure and prior Level I or high-trauma experience. Details Operating Room unit in a short-term acute care hospital with 426 staffed beds Level II Trauma Center designation 5x8-hour day shifts (7:00 AM-3:30 PM) with rotation to evenings/nights and weekends as needed Call requirements apply Uses Epic charting system Requirements Active RN license, Compact (CT) required prior to start BLS certification required Minimum 2 years of OR experience required for consideration (1.5 years considered for candidates with Level I trauma or travel experience) 3 years of experience preferred Trauma experience required, including Level I and Level II trauma experience Minimum of 3 prior travel assignments in Level I trauma or high-trauma settings required Epic charting experience required Charge experience preferred Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred One professional reference required Additional Information Provide perioperative nursing care across a wide range of surgical specialties including general, vascular, gynecologic, orthopedic, neurologic, thoracic, urologic, and robotic surgery Experience with DaVinci robotic surgical systems is valued Participation in emergency response activities, including natural disaster response, may be required Flu vaccine is required with no declinations accepted COVID vaccine and booster required except for approved religious or medical exemptions Candidates must live outside a 75-mile radius of the facility to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be eligible to return as a travel nurse CT licensure can take 15-21 business days to process, so candidates should apply for licensure prior to submission American Traveler Job ID P-772538. Pay package is based on 8 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.