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Weekend Operating Room Nurse Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Focus Staff

Travel Pediatrics OR RN

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

Pediatrics OR - Operating Room * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

Focus

Travel OR RN - $2,029 per week

Durham, NC · On-site

$2.0K/wk

OR - Operating Room * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a Operating Room Nurse for a ...

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

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend operating room nurse in Raleigh, NC is $44.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.81 and $47.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend operating room nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Operating Room Nurse, you need solid clinical skills in perioperative nursing, surgical procedures, and patient assessment, usually supported by an active RN license and operating room experience. Familiarity with surgical instruments, anesthesia monitoring systems, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential, and certifications such as CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) are often preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are crucial soft skills, especially during high-stress surgical cases. These abilities ensure patient safety, efficient surgical workflow, and effective collaboration with surgical teams during critical weekend shifts.

What is a weekend operating room nurse?

Weekend Operating Room Nurses are registered nurses who specialize in providing patient care in the operating room during weekends. They are responsible for assisting surgeons, preparing the operating room, monitoring patients before, during, and after surgical procedures, and ensuring a sterile environment. These nurses work non-traditional hours, often covering shifts on Saturdays and Sundays to support hospitals that offer 24/7 surgical services. Weekend OR nurses must have strong clinical skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a thorough understanding of surgical procedures and protocols.

What are some unique challenges of working as a weekend operating room nurse compared to a weekday OR nurse?

Weekend Operating Room Nurses often handle cases with limited support staff and may need to adapt quickly to unexpected emergencies, as weekend surgeries are typically urgent or emergent rather than elective. This role requires strong collaboration skills, as nurses frequently coordinate closely with on-call surgeons, anesthesiologists, and a smaller perioperative team. Flexibility and the ability to work independently are important, as resources and immediate assistance may be more limited than during weekdays. However, many nurses find the weekend shifts offer a different pace and unique opportunities for professional growth.

What is the difference between Weekend Operating Room Nurse vs Weekend Surgical Technologist?

AspectWeekend Operating Room NurseWeekend Surgical Technologist
CredentialsRN license, OR nursing certificationCertified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsOperating rooms, surgical centers
Job RolePatient care, assisting during surgeries, monitoring vital signsPreparing operating rooms, passing instruments, maintaining sterile environment

Weekend Operating Room Nurses and Weekend Surgical Technologists both work in surgical settings, but nurses focus on patient care and monitoring, while technologists handle instrument preparation and sterile procedures. Both roles require specific certifications and are essential for smooth surgical operations during weekend shifts.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Operating Room Nurse job openings in Raleigh, NC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 21% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,933 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Trustaff

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Trustaff is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/17/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

As an Operating Room Nurse, or OR RN, you'll be responsible for patient care in the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of a patient's surgical experience. OR RN job duties include patient education, circulating and/or scrubbing, and working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists during and after surgical procedures.

Trustaff Job ID #1664130. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room

About Trustaff

Our nurse-first attitude has set us apart from other travel nursing agencies


When you join the Trustaff family, you’re more than just a body filling a role—you're a vibrant individual with dreams and aspirations. As one of the nation's leading travel nursing companies, your recruiter will work with you one-on-one to guide your career and help you achieve your goals.

  • You decide when and where you want to work
  • Enjoy industry-leading pay, benefits, and bonuses
  • Experience new people and places
  • Grow your clinical skills and expand your experience


Travel nursing lets you take your professional career to the next level while maintaining your flexibility and freedom. At Trustaff, we put you first, so you never have to compromise your work or pay. We are proud to have one of the highest nurse retention rates in the country. Some of the other reasons people choose us include:

  • Priority access to thousands of travel nursing jobs
  • Industry-leading pay
  • Guaranteed weekly hours
  • Experienced recruiters
  • Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k with employer match
  • Assistance with travel, compliance, and housing
  • Great bonuses for completions, referring friends, and more


Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

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