Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,032 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.\nJob Description & Requirements\n

• Specialty : OR - Operating Room\n
• Discipline : RN\n
• Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025\n
• Duration : 13 weeks\n
• 36 hours per week\n
• Shift : 12 hours\n
• Employment Type : Travel\n\nOperating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Louisville, KY\n\nAdvance your surgical nursing career as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in downtown Louisville, Kentucky (zip code 40202). Join a top-rated academic medical center renowned for advanced heart care, innovative transplant procedures, and cutting-edge surgical technology. This Louisville healthcare job offers a vibrant urban setting, rich history, and a supportive community—making it an ideal location for your next travel nursing assignment.\nTravel Nursing Job Details\n
• Location : Louisville, Kentucky (40202) – Kentucky nursing jobs\n
• Assignment Type : Travel Registered Nurse (RN)\n
• Setting : Operating Room (OR) – Surgical Services\n
• Start Date : November 10, 2025\n
• End Date : February 9, 2026\n
• Duration : 13-week contract\n
• Shift : 6 : 30am – 7 : 00pm (12-hour day shifts)\n
• Hours per Week : 36 (guaranteed hours)\n
• Weekend Rotation : Saturday rotation every 6 weeks\n
• Call Requirements : Minimum 40 hours per 6 weeks\n
• Unit : 31 Operating Rooms, 1 : 1 patient ratio\n
• Scrubs : Provided by facility\n
• Estimated Weekly Pay : $1740 - $1860\nRegistered Nurse Qualifications\n
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky – Kentucky RN jobs\n
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and NIH Stroke Scale certifications required\n
• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience\n
• Previous travel nurse experience preferred\n
• Strong clinical skills in high-acuity surgical patient care preferred\n
• Experience with neuro, orthopedic (robotics / arthroscopic), thoracic, vascular, transplant, and ENT / radical neck procedures is a plus\n
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR and advanced surgical equipment (Mako, DaVinci, O-Arm, Rosa robots) beneficial\n
• Flexible, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills in a fast-paced healthcare environment\nOperating Room Nurse Responsibilities\n
• Deliver safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care to surgical patients in a technologically advanced operating room\n
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes\n
• Prepare and maintain the operating room, including surgical instruments and equipment\n
• Provide patient advocacy and support throughout the perioperative experience\n
• Participate in call rotation and scheduled weekend shifts\n
• Demonstrate flexibility and a positive attitude, assisting across multiple surgical service lines as needed\n
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation using Cerner EMR\n\nTake the next step in your nursing career with this Louisville travel nursing job. Experience the excitement of downtown Louisville while making a difference at a nationally recognized healthcare facility. Apply now to join our dedicated surgical team and advance your career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse!\nBenefits\n\n401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision\nAbout GHR\n\nWith over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com\nEqual Opportunity\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.\n\nPay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : OR\nAbout Planet Healthcare\n\nDelivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.\n\nPlanet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.\n\nOur Methodology\n\nLet's face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you're currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you're looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you've come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.\n\nCLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX\n\nBenefits\n
• Medical benefits\n
• Vision benefits\n
• Dental benefits\n
• 401k retirement plan\n
• Weekly pay\n
• Referral bonus