Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,745 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent coverage

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin. The role involves managing the operating room to ensure smooth surgical procedures, with opportunities to circulate and scrub.

The position requires a WI RN or compact license, BLS, and at least 2 years of recent acute care and OR experience, with shifts of 10 hours, days, across Monday to Friday, in a travel assignment.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license (WI RN or compact)
• BLS certification from American Heart Association
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience within last 3 years in the specialty
• At least 2 years of operating room experience

Responsibilities

• Manage operating room functioning to ensure smooth surgical procedures
• Circulate and scrub in surgical cases as needed

Skills

RN

OR

Tools

Epic

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary

Operating Room Surgery Center Nurse in Madison, WI A specialized facility seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join their multispecialty surgical team. The role involves managing the overall functioning of the operating room to ensure smooth surgical procedures, with opportunities to circulate and scrub. The position offers a dynamic environment dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care across various surgical interventions.

Job Details

• Location: Madison, WI
• Schedule: Days, 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, 0640 1710, with no weekends or holidays. Rotating day off each week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license (WI RN or compact RN), BLS certification from the American Heart Association, minimum of 2 years of recent acute care experience within the last 3 years in the specialty area, and at least 2 years of experience in operating room environments.
• Preferred Qualifications: Inpatient OR circulation experience, experience with multispecialty procedures, and familiarity with Epic charting system.
• Float: Float rotation may be required as needed.
• Additional Information:
  • Inpatient RN travelers must have two years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the specialty they are submitting to.
  • Pass/Fail testing with strict criteria including a telemetry exam prior to start.
  • Location specifics: University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792. Permitted onsite parking requires a permit through UW Transportation.
  • Candidates must meet established criteria for adult and pediatric cardiac interpretation exams.
  • Travel compliance: Travelers are required to float as needed and must reside at least 50 miles from the facility.
  • The facility is ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and recognized as a Magnet-designated center, known for excellence in patient care and teaching.

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 #1317271. 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 Surgery Center

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