Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,610 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent coverage

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN in the Operating Room (OR) for a position in Pittsburgh, PA. The role requires rotating shifts, a 36–40 hour workweek, and on-call responsibilities with potential weekend duties.

Ideal candidates hold a valid RN license with 2+ years OR experience, including at least 1 year in Level 1 Trauma, and travel nursing exposure. DaVinci robotics experience is a plus. Travel benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years recent OR experience, last 3 years.
• At least 1 year travel nursing experience in last 3 years.
• Proficiency in General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Vascular, Trauma, Robotics, Transplant surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe perioperative nursing care in the OR.
• Assist with patient positioning, sterile technique, and instrument handling.
• Collaborate with surgical team for efficient case flow and patient safety.
• Maintain call responsibilities and respond within 30 minutes when on call.

Skills

RN license

OR experience

Level 1 Trauma

Travel nursing

Robotics (DaVinci)

Surgical specialties

Tools

DaVinci robotics

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room registered nurse (RN) position available in the specialty of Operating Room at a healthcare facility in Pittsburgh, PA. This role involves rotating shiftsdays, evenings, and nightswith a schedule of 36 hours per week during orientation and 40 hours per week thereafter. The position requires call and weekend work, with response times within 30 minutes. Candidates must have recent experience in Level 1 Trauma settings and advanced proficiency in multiple surgical specialties.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts (day/night rotating); all shifts will be rotating (days, evenings, nights). Call and weekends required. Call can be weekday and/or weekend. Weekends can be Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Hours per week: 36 (except for orientation week), with a start date of 09/07/2026 and end date of 12/06/2026.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license; minimum of 2 years of recent OR experience within the last 3 years, with at least 1 year in Level 1 Trauma; at least 1 year of travel nursing experience within the last 3 years; strong proficiency (3 or 4) in General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Vascular, Trauma, Robotics (DaVinci systemsCardiac and drive machine), and Transplant surgery.
• Preferred Qualifications: Level 1 Trauma experience (at least 1 year out of the last 3); experience with robotics systems (DaVinci).
• Additional Information: Must be able to respond to call within 30 minutes; in-house call rooms available; uniforms are navy blue; flu and COVID-19 vaccines required, but medical or religious declinations are accepted. Candidates within 50 miles are eligible for a lower local rate. Offers must be responded to within 48 hours of receipt; once accepted, time off cannot be added or altered.

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

Posted Date: 2026-09-15

Cross Country Job ID #1302821. 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