Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/05/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Operating Room (OR) Nurse in a hospital setting. This role involves delivering specialized care to surgical patients throughout perioperative processes. The OR Nurse addresses the psychological, socio-cultural needs, and education of patients undergoing operative or invasive procedures. The position begins when patients are informed of the need for surgery and continues until they resume their usual roles and responsibilities.

• Schedule:
  
  Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  
  Valid nursing license, relevant certifications such as BLS (Basic Life Support), and at least 0 years of clinical experience in perioperative nursing.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Experience in operating room nursing, familiarity with surgical procedures, and additional certifications such as CNOR (Certified Perioperative Nurse).
• Additional Information:
  The RN will provide preoperative and postoperative care, assist during surgical procedures, and ensure patient safety and comfort according to hospital policies and standards. The role includes addressing patient education and socio-cultural needs, coordinating with surgical teams, and following hospital protocols.

• 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 . Pay package is based on 8 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

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus