Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,675 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: OR - Operating RoomDiscipline: RNStart Date: 10/12/2026Duration: 6 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelJob Summary Operating Room Nurse (RN) Location: Not specified. This role involves providing perioperative nursing care in a busy hospital setting, supporting surgical procedures in various specialties including orthopedics and neurology. The position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic surgical team in a facility equipped with advanced technology and multidisciplinary support. Job Details Certifications: RN (ADN or BSN) 1 year of experience required. Schedule: Days shift, 8-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week. Shift Time: 6:45 AM to 5:15 PM, working four 10-hour shifts weekly. Additional responsibilities include supporting cardiac, neuro, and orthopedic surgeries, with patient ratios of 1:1 and use of advanced surgical equipment such as robotics and laser systems. This position involves providing perioperative care for adult patients, with minimal pediatric outpatient procedures. No float requirements. Must have prior operating room experience and be committed to 7 days of call per month, including weekends. The candidate must hold active RN licensure and be able to start on October 12, 2026, with an end date of December 14, 2026. 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 #1330238. 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 RoomAbout Cross Country NursesYou 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.Benefits401k retirement planReferral bonus