Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $1,845 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
An operating room registered nurse (RN) position is available in Austin, Texas, within the specialty of Operating Room. This position involves working in a fast-paced surgical environment and requires candidates to bring their license on the first day. The role involves day shifts with a schedule of 36 hours per week, starting on 07/13/2026. The position emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

Job Details:

• Location: Austin, TX
• Shift Hours: 12 hours (6:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Required Qualifications: Certifications are a MUST for Certified Surgical Technicians (CSTs); candidates must possess neuro/spine experience, cardiac experience, and work in an EMR environment such as Meditech.
• Schedule: Day shifts with 4 to 5 shifts per 6-week period minimum, including 4 to 5 late shifts; call required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in multiple service lines including orthopedics, neuro, general, and robotic procedures.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The unit has low turnover, a history of transitioning contract staff to permanent roles, and places a strong emphasis on teamwork and positive collaboration.
• Surgical procedures commonly performed include appendectomies, cholecystectomies, spine fusions, total joints, craniotomies, mastectomies, and DIEP flaps.
• The unit provides scrubs with a dress code requiring closed-toe, heeled, non-slip shoes.

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 #1273073. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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