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Operating Room Travel Nurse

Oak Lawn, IL · On-site

$3.1K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel Operating Room Nurse This Operating Room travel nurse job in Oak Lawn, Illinois, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Advocate Christ ...

Operating Room Travel Nurse

Bad Axe, MI · On-site

$2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel Operating Room Nurse This Operating Room travel nurse job in Bad Axe, Michigan, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at McLaren - Thumb ...

Operating Room Travel Nurse

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel Operating Room Nurse This Operating Room travel nurse job in St. Louis, Missouri, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Mercy Hospital - St.

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How much do operating room travel nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for operating room travel nurse in the United States is $45.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an operating room travel nurse?

An Operating Room (OR) Travel Nurse is a registered nurse who temporarily works in hospital surgical departments across various locations. They assist in surgical procedures, ensure a sterile environment, and provide preoperative and postoperative care. Travel nurses take short-term assignments, typically lasting 8 to 13 weeks, to help facilities experiencing staffing shortages. This role allows nurses to gain diverse experience, explore new locations, and often earn higher pay than permanent staff. OR travel nurses must be adaptable, skilled in surgical care, and comfortable working in different hospital settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operating room travel nurse?

To thrive as an Operating Room Travel Nurse, you need a solid background in perioperative nursing, knowledge of surgical procedures, and a valid RN license with several years of OR experience. Certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and experience with EMR systems and surgical safety protocols are typically expected. Strong adaptability, excellent communication, and teamwork skills are vital for adjusting quickly to new hospital environments and working effectively with various surgical teams. These abilities ensure seamless patient care, safety, and collaboration in the fast-paced and ever-changing operating room settings.

What are some unique challenges faced by operating room travel nurses when transitioning between different healthcare facilities?

Operating Room Travel Nurses often face the challenge of quickly acclimating to new hospital protocols, surgical team dynamics, and varying technologies at each assignment. Each facility may have different documentation systems, equipment, or procedures, requiring travel nurses to be flexible and quick learners. Building rapport with new teammates and surgeons in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment is essential for effective collaboration and patient safety. While this can be demanding, it also provides opportunities to develop a wide range of experience and adaptability in diverse surgical settings.

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Infographic showing various Operating Room Travel Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,573 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Travel Operating Room Nurse

This Operating Room travel nurse job in Norfolk, Virginia, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. This role pays $2,266 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. In this Operating Room travel nursing job, you will provide surgical care in a hospital setting, assess and monitor patient conditions, support urgent interventions, document care accurately, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical care team during fast-moving patient situations.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits.

Travel Operating Room Requirements
  • 2+ years of recent Operating Room experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Virginia and national regulatory bodies.
Benefits
  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Licensing in Virginia

Compact license accepted. Virginia is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you.


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