Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics OR - Operating Room - $2,290 per week

Cross Country Nurses; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN in Pediatrics OR to cover a pediatric surgical service in Saint Louis, MO. The role involves 12-hour day shifts, a 36-hour weekly minimum, and completion of a 13-week assignment starting 10/19/2026.

Requirements include BLS and PALS, 2 years of pediatric OR experience, EPIC charting proficiency, and willingness to float within pediatric surgery as needed. MO/IL license alignment with residency is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN with pediatric OR experience a must.
• BLS and PALS certifications required.
• 2 years of operating room pediatrics experience; EPIC charting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative nursing care for pediatric surgical patients.
• Float within pediatric surgical scope including ICU as needed.
• Assist in sterile technique, specimen handling, and infection control in the OR.

Skills

RN

Pediatrics

OR Nursing

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Pediatric Operating Room (OR) nurse specializing in pediatric surgical services in an acute care hospital setting. This role involves providing comprehensive perioperative care to pediatric patients undergoing various surgical procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to clinical protocols. The position offers an opportunity to work within a dedicated pediatric surgical team in a high-volume, specialized environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/19/2026 and ending on 01/18/2027
• Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); 2 years of experience in operating room pediatrics; experience with charting using EPIC system; flexible to float within scope to meet facility needs; credentialing in pediatric surgical procedures preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with pediatric cardiovascular operating room (Pedi CVOR) and pediatric general surgeries; prior community hospital experience; familiarity with pediatric patient diagnoses and procedures.
• Additional Information: The selected candidate will work in a specialized children's acute care hospital with a patient census of approximately 50 daily, covering all surgical pediatric services, including neuro, ortho, plastics, eyes, GU, GI, ENT, dental, and spine. Will assist in sterile procedures, specimen handling, and infection control practices within the surgical environment.
• Certifications and Licensing: License in the relevant state required at time of submission, with specific requirements for MO or IL licenses depending on residency; flexible for MO or compact licenses if aligned with residence.
• Floats: Will float within pediatric surgical scope of practice, including to ICU as needed.
• Additional Requirements: Proficiency in scrubbing and circulating for pediatric surgeries, including trauma, neuro, ortho, and ENT procedures; experience with blood administration and sterile technique.

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

Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room Pediatrics Only

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