Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,430 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salary

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN OR in Lynchburg, VA. This position offers 40 hours weekly across two 8-hour day shifts and two 12-hour day shifts, with up to three call shifts. Start date is 10/05/2026 for a 13-week assignment in a teaching hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will hold an active VA or Compact license, have BLS, and at least 2 years OR experience, including vascular, neuro, and robotic surgeries. Cerner experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active VA or Compact license required.
• BLS certification required.
• At least 2 years of OR nursing experience.
• Experience with vascular, neuro, and da Vinci robotic surgeries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized surgical nursing care in the OR.
• Support teaching hospital environment and students/new hires.
• Work 40 hours per week across 8-hour and 12-hour day shifts, including call shifts.

Skills

Active VA/Compact License

BLS

OR nursing experience

Vascular/Neuro/da Vinci experience

Education

RN Licensure

Tools

Cerner

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) Nurse - Location: unspecified. This position involves providing specialized surgical nursing care within the OR department. The role supports a teaching hospital environment, working alongside students and new hires, and requires adherence to clinical standards, safety protocols, and teamwork in a dynamic setting.

Job Details

• Position Description: Orientation dates are scheduled for 10/5 and 10/19, with orientations held every other Monday. Prior travel experience is required for all Centra positions.
• Required Qualifications: Active VA / Compact License, BLS certification, at least 2 years of relevant OR experience, and experience with Vascular, Neuro, and da Vinci robotic surgeries.
• Schedule: Four shifts per week, including two 8-hour day shifts (6:45 am - 3:15 pm) and two 12-hour day shifts (6:45 am - 7:15 pm), totaling 40 hours weekly with up to three call shifts including weekends.
• Preferred Qualifications: Cerner experience is preferred.
• Additional Information: Must have scrub and circulate experience. No more than 3 call shifts per week and no more than 3 weekends within a 6-week schedule. All required documentation, including RTO requests, must be submitted with the application.
• Submission Requirements: All RTO requests must be included in the application packet. An active VA or Compact license must be held at the time of submission.
• Note: The organization is a teaching hospital, and team members are expected to foster a supportive environment, particularly when engaging with students and new staff.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country includes:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-09-10

Cross Country Job ID #1300799. 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: 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