Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,270 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN in the OR (Operating Room) for a Seattle, WA assignment. This 13-week travel position offers 40 hours per week, with 10-hour day shifts in a fast-paced surgical unit.

Candidates must have an active compact-state RN license, at least 1 year of OR experience, and BLS/PALS certifications. Preference for charge nurse experience and additional certifications. Will float to other units as needed.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in valid compact state
• At least 1 year of OR experience
• BLS and PALS certifications required

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized perioperative care
• Assist with surgical procedures across specialties
• Support interdisciplinary teamwork to ensure high‑quality patient outcomes
• Float to other units within skill set may be required
• Flexibility to work holidays as needed

Skills

RN

Charge nurse experience

Teamwork

Education

Nursing degree or equivalent

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse position in a healthcare facility located in an unspecified region. This role involves providing specialized perioperative care, assisting with surgical procedures across various specialties, and supporting interdisciplinary teamwork to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. The position offers an opportunity to work with a dynamic surgical team in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Day shift, 10 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid compact state license, at least 1 year of OR experience, BLS (Basic Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience, additional certifications such as NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy).
• Float: Float to other units within skill set may be required.
• Additional Information: The role covers surgical procedures including general, gynecological, breast, ENT, and urology surgeries, and may involve assisting with specialized equipment such as wound vacs, drains, and various pumps. Candidates should be prepared to work in a multidisciplinary environment supporting both inpatient and outpatient cases with a mix of pediatric and adult patients. Responsiveness to unit needs and flexibility in scheduling, including working some holidays, is expected.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1320783. 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: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus