Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

TLC Nursing•Sidney, MT

17d

About The Position

Step into the operating room as a Registered Nurse specializing in the OR and become a pivotal force in patient outcomes, procedural precision, and collaborative care. This role in Sidney, Montana offers more than a position—it’s an invitation to influence lives, refine surgical skills, and grow within a specialty that thrives on teamwork, trust, and technical excellence. Picture yourself guiding perioperative workflows, maintaining sterile technique under pressure, assisting anesthesia teams, and coordinating meticulous counts and instrument handoffs. Your expertise will help minimize risk, support recovery, and reassure patients and families through every stage of the surgical journey. And when you’re off duty, Montana’s wide skies, rugged ranges, and small-town charm invite restorative moments, outdoor adventures, and a tempo that honors balance between dedication and well‑being. Separately, you can explore opportunities to work in diverse locations across the U.S., expanding your clinical repertoire and connecting with new teams, facilities, and patient populations. Sidney, MT, with its welcoming community and access to expansive outdoor recreation, provides a meaningful backdrop for your OR nursing work. You’ll enjoy the benefits of a close-knit town atmosphere, reasonable living costs, and the chance to contribute consistently in a high‑impact clinical environment. For those seeking broader horizons, the role also accommodates placements across a broad network of locations nationwide, delivering exposure to varied facilities, case mixes, and operational cultures that sharpen your clinical judgment and leadership acuity. This is your doorway to a career that blends the comfort and camaraderie of a Montana community with the vitality and learning opportunities inherent to a nationwide travel program. Role specifics and advantages come together to form a compelling package. As the OR RN, you’ll participate in preoperative assessments, assist during a wide range of surgical procedures, prepare and manage sterile instrumentation, ensure accurate counts of sponges, sharps, and supplies, and maintain consistent patient positioning and monitoring under the guidance of the surgical team. You’ll collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, circulating nurses, and scrub techs to anticipate needs, mitigate risks, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety. The opportunity for professional growth is ongoing: you’ll gain exposure to complex cases, new technologies, and diverse perioperative protocols that will elevate your practice, refine your procedural judgment, and prepare you for leadership roles within the OR. In addition to clinical development, you’ll benefit from a compensation package that reflects your expertise, including a signing bonus, housing assistance, and favorable extension opportunities to continue contributing your valuable skills beyond the initial assignment. Sustained, reliable days and a guaranteed 36 hours per week provide predictable planning for you and your family. Weekly pay ranges from $2,317 to $2,431, with the assurance of consistent support behind every shift. The contract is designed for several weeks with clear possibilities for extensions, enabling you to maximize impact while exploring the region and advancing your competencies. A dedicated program manager remains at your side, alongside a holistic support network that understands the realities of travel nursing and the demands of the OR. Beyond the floor, the company stands on a foundation of values designed to empower staff. You’ll operate within a culture that prioritizes career advancement, continuous learning, and a supportive, respectful environment. The organization is committed to nurturing your professional voice, recognizing your experiences, and equipping you with the resources you need to grow—from orientation and credential guidance to mentorship and leadership pathways. The mission is clear: enable gifted clinicians to excel, feel valued, and shape the future of perioperative care while maintaining balance, safety, and satisfaction in every assignment. Call to action: if you’re a dedicated OR nurse ready to make a measurable difference, seize this opportunity to join a travel program that honors your contribution and accelerates your development. Apply now to begin a journey that blends clinical excellence with personal growth, in a setting that celebrates your skills and your story. Start Date: 12/19/2025. Duration: Weeks, with extension opportunities. Guaranteed Hours: 36.0 per week. Weekly pay: $2,317-$2,431. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Housing assistance, a signing bonus, and 24/7 support while traveling with the company ensure you’re supported every step of the way as you advance your OR nursing career.

Responsibilities

Participate in preoperative assessments
Assist during a wide range of surgical procedures
Prepare and manage sterile instrumentation
Ensure accurate counts of sponges, sharps, and supplies
Maintain consistent patient positioning and monitoring under the guidance of the surgical team
Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, circulating nurses, and scrub techs to anticipate needs, mitigate risks, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety