Registered Nurse - OR | 13-Week Travel RN Contract – Philadelphia, PA

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) Travel Assignment – Philadelphia, PA

Join a high-acuity Operating Room (OR) nursing team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for a 13-week travel nursing assignment caring for adult and geriatric patients. This Philadelphia travel nurse job is ideal for an experienced perioperative RN with Level I trauma expertise and experience in complex General, Neuro, Orthopedic, Vascular, and Transplant procedures. Located in the 19107 area, Philadelphia offers a vibrant, walkable Center City setting with rich history, renowned dining, cultural attractions, and convenient access to major transportation.

Operating Room Travel Nurse Job Details

• Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
• Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
• Start Date: November 30, 2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,635–$2,928
• Schedule: 40 hours per week; 4 shifts per week; source-listed shift duration: 10 Hour Days
• Shift: Primarily day shifts, with a source-listed 10 Hour Days schedule. Anticipated shift mix includes two 12-hour shifts from approximately 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. and two 8-hour shifts from approximately 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
• Call Requirement: Weekday and weekend call; approximately 6 weekday call shifts and 2 weekend call rotations
• Weekend Requirement: No regular weekend shifts; weekend call is required
• Operating Room Department: Approximately 14 ORs serving adult and geriatric patients
• Electronic Medical Record: Cerner
• Additional Details: Facility-provided scrubs; floating within scope may be required based on operational needs
• Travel Nurse Eligibility: First-time travelers are welcome to apply; local candidates may be considered

Operating Room RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent Operating Room nursing experience
• Level I trauma experience in a high-acuity surgical environment
• Active Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Strong General Operating Room experience
• Experience with high-acuity and trauma surgical cases
• Experience with total joint procedures, Neuro, Transplant, Vascular, and General Surgery
• Demonstrated ability to float within scope and adapt to changing surgical service needs
• Current clinical credentials and required facility documentation must be completed before assignment start

Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care throughout the perioperative process.
• Support a broad range of General Surgery procedures, including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resection, hernia repair, laparoscopic surgery, thyroidectomy, and Whipple procedures.
• Participate in Neuro cases such as spinal fusion, cervical and lumbar procedures, craniotomy, and laminectomy/discectomy.
• Support Orthopedic procedures, including total hip and total knee replacements, fracture procedures, and spine cases.
• Assist with Vascular procedures such as carotid interventions, AV fistula repair, femoral-popliteal bypass, and abdominal aortic aneurysm procedures.
• Apply strong clinical judgment during complex, high-acuity, and trauma surgical cases.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Respond to scheduled call assignments and weekend call rotations as required.
• Float between like units or service areas within scope to support patient care and department needs.
• Accurately document patient care and perioperative activities in Cerner.

Apply now for this Operating Room Registered Nurse travel assignment in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and join a high-acuity perioperative care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We 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.