Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,000 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room Nurse Lafayette, IN. This position involves providing specialized nursing care within the operating room setting, supporting a variety of surgical procedures including general, orthopedic, spine, neuro, gynecology, ENT, robotics, urology, podiatry, vascular, and open heart. The role requires adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Job Details

• Position: Operating Room Nurse
• Location: Lafayette, IN
• Shift: Days, 7:00 AM 7:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with varying days off.
• Schedule: 3, 12-hour shifts per week (minimum of 36 hours/week)
• Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse License, 3+ years of experience, BLS, ACLS, and current licensure in the state of Indiana.
• Preferred Qualifications: Robotics training; vascular and open heart experience is desirable but not required.
• Responsibilities: Provide patient care before, during, and after surgery; assist surgical team; ensure adherence to safety protocols; maintain sterile environment; monitor patient status throughout procedures.
• Additional Information: Patient ratios vary based on procedure; candidates should demonstrate flexibility, attentiveness, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities; scrub attire provided.
• Start Date: October 5, 2026
• End Date: January 4, 2027
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must hold the appropriate licensure and credentials to be considered for placement.

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 #1311202. 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