Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in a magnet-designated facility located in Alaska. The role involves providing specialized perioperative care within the operating room environment, supporting a variety of surgical procedures with a focus on patient safety and quality outcomes. The assignment is scheduled to start immediately and lasts for 13 weeks, with flexibility in shift start times.
Job Details
- Certifications and Qualifications: Valid Alaska RN license in hand required for auto offer; BLS certification mandatory; ACLS and CNOR preferred.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, with shifts starting between 6:45 AM and 9:30 PM.
- Experience: 0 years required; 2 years of experience preferred, with clinical expertise in operating room procedures and charting experience in Epic.
- Additional Requirements: Previous charge nurse experience is preferred; candidates must be willing to work two major holidays, with call coverage limited to call-offs only.
- Responsibilities: The RN will support a high-volume surgical environment, including trauma, orthopedic, neuro, vascular, gynecological, and other complex procedures, utilizing XI Robot and Stealth technologies among other specialized equipment.
- Float: Float within scope to like units may be required.
- Submission: Applications must include RTO requests in the submittal, along with a copy of current certifications, and two references covering at least one year within the last three years.
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 #1328293. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room
About Cross Country Nurses
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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus