Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room - Lewiston, ME

Travel assignment, 13 weeks, 12hr days, 36 hours a week, starting October 26, 2026.

Pay as Cross Country posts it: about $2,422 a week in all, a taxable rate of $32.08 an hour plus $1,267 a week in housing and meal stipends.

Job Summary

Operating Room Nurse – Lewiston, ME. This position involves providing comprehensive perioperative care in a busy hospital setting, with responsibilities including assisting in various surgical procedures and ensuring patient safety throughout the surgical process. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a well-respected facility that supports professional growth in the surgical specialty.

Job Details

• Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Lewiston, ME
• Schedule: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts per week, with a schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
• Required Qualifications: RN Licensure, BLS certification, and a minimum of 2 years of experience in general OR, trauma, bariatrics, vascular, ENT, gynecology, neuro, or ortho surgeries.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with robotics and specialized surgical procedures.
• Responsibilities: Assisting with a variety of surgical procedures including general, trauma, neuro, orthopedic, gynecology, bariatrics, ENT, vascular, and robotic surgeries; ensuring patient safety; maintaining sterile environment; and collaborating with surgical teams.
• Additional Information: Must be comfortable with weekend and weeknight call, rotating shifts, and working in a fast-paced OR environment. The position requires adaptability and strong clinical skills to support diverse surgical needs.

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