Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,245 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Lafayette, IN seeks a travel OR RN for a 13-week assignment, providing perioperative care in a fast-paced surgical suite.

The role covers 40 hours per week, 10-hour day shifts, and on-call duties with opportunities to gain experience across multiple surgical specialties in a team-focused environment.

A valid RN license, BLS/ACLS and 3+ years of experience are required, with robotics and EPIC EMR exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license required.
• 3+ years of RN experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized perioperative nursing care in a fast-paced OR.
• Collaborate with surgical team to ensure patient safety and procedural excellence.
• Adapt to multiple surgical specialties and on-call requirements.

Skills

3+ years experience

BLS

ACLS

RN

Education

RN License

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Lafayette, IN. This role involves providing specialized perioperative nursing care within a dynamic surgical environment. The position supports a team-oriented setting with a focus on patient safety, procedural excellence, and adaptability across various surgical specialties.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with varying days off. Weekly guaranteed hours are 40 hours.
• Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse License, 3+ years of experience, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Preferred Qualifications: Robotics training, experience with Vascular and Open Heart procedures (not required but desirable).
• Unit Information:
  • Number of Beds: 10 Operating Rooms
  • Patient Ratios: Varies depending on procedure and patient needs
  • Equipment: Wide range of surgical equipment
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC
• Personality Fit: Positive attitude, adaptable, self-starter, attentive, proactive in anticipating needs
• Dress Code: Surgical scrubs provided; use of surgical scrubs is mandatory
• Additional Information: This position involves on-call shifts for weekdays and weekends, with specific call requirements detailed by the facility. The role involves working in a fast-paced, team-centric environment with opportunities to gain experience across multiple surgical disciplines. No unacceptable attire is specified.

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 #1316681. 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