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McLaren Flint

Operating Room Travel Nurse

Lapeer, MI · On-site

$2.2K/wk

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

INTEGRIS Health

Operating Room Travel Nurse

Woodward, OK · On-site

$2.0K/wk

Travel Operating Room Nurse This Operating Room travel nurse job in Woodward, Oklahoma, with Advantis Medical is a 12-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Integris Health ...

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

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend 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 a weekend operating room travel nurse?

A Weekend Operating Room (OR) Travel Nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in caring for patients before, during, and after surgical procedures, and works on a temporary contract basis, primarily covering weekend shifts. These nurses travel to various hospitals or surgical centers to fill staffing gaps, often in high-demand locations. Their responsibilities include preparing the operating room, assisting surgeons during procedures, monitoring patients, and ensuring that sterile techniques are maintained. Weekend OR Travel Nurses need strong clinical skills, adaptability, and the ability to quickly integrate into new teams. They are essential for maintaining high-quality patient care during weekends when permanent staff may be limited.

What are the unique challenges and expectations for a weekend operating room travel nurse compared to a standard full-time OR nurse?

Weekend Operating Room Travel Nurses often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new hospital protocols and team dynamics, as they typically work in short-term assignments across different facilities. Their weekend shifts may involve handling urgent or emergency surgeries, requiring strong critical thinking and flexibility. Unlike standard full-time OR nurses, travel nurses must be comfortable working independently, thrive in fast-paced environments, and excel at building rapport with new colleagues quickly. Additionally, they are expected to maintain up-to-date credentials and be prepared for varying case types depending on the hospital's needs.

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

To thrive as a Weekend Operating Room Travel Nurse, you need a current RN license, specialized perioperative training (such as CNOR certification), and extensive experience in surgical nursing. Familiarity with surgical instruments, EHR systems, and sterile processing protocols is essential. Excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to quickly integrate into new teams are standout soft skills for this role. These capabilities are crucial to ensure patient safety, efficient surgical procedures, and seamless transitions across different healthcare facilities.

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

AspectWeekend Operating Room Travel NurseWeekend Surgical Technologist
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, perioperative certificationsSurgical Technologist certification (CST), post-secondary education
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, perioperative unitsOperating rooms, surgical suites, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageTravel staffing agencies, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, surgical centers, staffing agencies

Weekend Operating Room Travel Nurses and Weekend Surgical Technologists both work in surgical environments, but nurses hold RN licenses and provide patient care, while technologists assist in surgical procedures. Travel nurses typically have broader responsibilities and higher credentials, whereas technologists focus on supporting surgeons and maintaining sterile environments.

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Operating Room Travel Nurse

Madison, WI • On-site

UW Health University Hospital
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$2.7K/wk

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Travel Operating Room Nurse in Madison, WI

This Operating Room travel nurse job in Madison, Wisconsin, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at UW Health University Hospital. This role pays $2,746 per week and follows a Days shift with a 4x10 schedule.

As the Operating Room registered nurse on this assignment, you'll circulate surgical cases, verify patients, sites, and counts, participate in surgical time-outs, and safeguard sterile technique from setup through handoff to recovery.

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

Job Details
  • Facility: UW Health University Hospital
  • Location: Madison, WI 53792
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (4x10)
Responsibilities
  • Circulate for surgical procedures and, when trained and assigned, perform the scrub role across assigned service lines
  • Advocate for patient safety under anesthesia, verifying required consent and site documentation and participating in surgical time-outs
  • Monitor and protect the sterile field, performing and reconciling instrument, sponge, and sharps counts with the perioperative team
  • Anticipate surgeon and team needs, managing supplies, equipment, positioning, and specimen handling per facility protocol
Travel Operating Room Requirements:
  • 2+ years of recent Operating Room experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Wisconsin and national regulatory bodies.
UW Health University Hospital — Madison, WI

UW Health University Hospital is the University of Wisconsin's academic medical center — a Level I trauma and burn center and one of the nation's largest transplant programs — carrying the full range of quaternary acuity.

  • An ACS-verified Level I adult and pediatric trauma center — one of only two in Wisconsin — combined with the state's only ABA-verified burn center for adults and children in one facility.
  • One of the nation's largest organ transplant programs (kidney, heart, liver, lung, pancreas; more than 20,000 organs transplanted to date), built on UW's pioneering pancreas technique and UW preservation solution.
  • One of the country's first certified comprehensive stroke centers, plus an award-winning ECMO/ECPR program.
  • The UW Carbone Cancer Center — Wisconsin's only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center.
  • Long ranked among Wisconsin's top hospitals, with a 58-bed ED (~70,000 visits a year) feeding high-acuity ICUs.
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 Wisconsin

Compact license accepted. Wisconsin is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you. See the Wisconsin Licensing Center →

Explore Madison, WI

Madison, WI combines the pace of a state capital with the reach of an academic medical center on the Wisconsin isthmus. UW Health University Hospital helps anchor regional hospital care, and within its critical-care and medical-surgical units, travel coverage helps manage patients arriving from across southern Wisconsin. Sun Prairie, Middleton, and Fitchburg make practical housing with short drives into the city's campuses. After hours, many nurses kayak on Lake Mendota or wander the Capitol Square district and its farmers' market. The isthmus layout keeps daily logistics tight, with the lakes and the Square close to most routines and the campuses only a short hop apart for travelers cycling through southern Wisconsin.

Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the "Gold Standard" in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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