Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,685 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Pompton Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing/allowance

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

CE credits

Direct deposit

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Pompton Plains, New Jersey.

This 12-week OR travel assignment offers 40 hours per week with 10-hour days (7:00 AM–5:00 PM) and a rotating call schedule. Requirements include RN licensure, 3 years of OR experience, and BLS certification; CNOR preferred. Housing options, health insurance, travel reimbursement, and a 401(k) are provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• RN license required.
• Minimum 3 years of OR experience.
• BLS certification required; CNOR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and direct patient care in the OR.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with the perioperative team before, during, and after procedures.

Skills

RN

OR nursing

patient care

documentation

team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Pompton Plains, New Jersey.

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Pompton Plains, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Pompton Plains, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/06/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Operating Room (OR) nurse in a clinical setting, working during daytime hours. This position involves performing comprehensive assessments, delivering direct patient care, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. The role requires collaboration with the perioperative team to provide individualized care before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Job Details

• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Call rotation approximately 3 times per month, including weekends, with 24-hour call coverage once every 6 weeks or twice during the contract period.
• Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, RN license, and 3 years of clinical OR experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; CNOR certification preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of surgical patient care, pre-admission testing evaluation, patient education, HIPAA compliance, and familiarity with National Patient Safety Goals and safe transfer techniques.
• Additional Information: The role includes supporting completion of patient testing, evaluating pre-admission testing orders, and educating patients and families about surgical procedures. Proficiency in emergency equipment operation and documentation is essential.

Benefits

• 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
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Cross Country Job ID #1316355. 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.