Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,095 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) in Austin, TX for a travel assignment with Cross Country Nurses. The role is based in a 22-bed surgical unit and supports a busy OR with neuro, spine, vascular, and general procedures.

Unit focuses on advanced technology and staff development; travelers work 10-hour days, 40 hours per week, with blocks and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Neuro/spine experience preferred.
• Cardiac experience required for cardiac service line.
• Surgical technologist certifications mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support surgical teams in a busy OR.
• Maintain sterile environments and equipment.
• Assist with a variety of operative procedures.

Skills

Neuro/spine experience

Cardiac experience

Education

Surgical technologist certification

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) Austin, TX. This contract position is situated within a busy surgical unit specializing in a variety of procedures, including neuro, spine, vascular, and general surgery. The role involves providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, supporting a team of skilled professionals in a 22-bed surgical unit.

Job Details

• Certifications: Valid RN license; neuro/spine experience preferred; cardiac experience required for cardiac service line; certifications for surgical technologists are mandatory.
• Education Requirements: Current registered nursing credential.
• Shift: Days, 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Schedule: 6-week blocks with 4 to 5 shifts per week, including late shifts and weekend shifts.
• Responsibilities include supporting surgical teams, maintaining sterile environments, and assisting with a variety of operative procedures.
• Additional Information: Candidates without neuro/spine or cardiac experience will not be considered; willingness to work variable shifts, including weekends, is required. The unit maintains a collaborative team environment with a low turnover rate and a focus on advanced technology and staff development.

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 #1335647. 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