Travel Operating Room Technician - $1,965 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Nashville, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse position located in Nashville, Tennessee. The role involves providing specialized surgical nursing care in a Level 1 trauma facility, supporting a diverse patient population with a wide range of case types. The position requires excellent coordination and adaptability to meet the dynamic needs of the surgical team and patients.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts; 12 hours per shift; minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid NBSTA certification for operating room nurses; must have prior travel experience; minimum of 2 years OR experience in most services excluding cardiac; must be certified and have certification on file at the time of submission; experience in open heart, transplant, trauma/neuro cases preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in neuro, trauma, general, ortho, GYN, urology, ENT, plastics, cardiothoracic, vascular, transplant (liver, renal, pancreas), robotic, hybrid rooms (cysto, bronch, lead extraction), ambulatory ortho, burn, hepatic-biliary.
• Additional Information: Orientation dates are set for 08/03/2026, 08/10/2026, 08/17/2026, and 08/24/2026. The candidate must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a valid exemption by the start date; no exceptions. Time off requests are limited to no more than 5-7 days, with occasional late stays in a 13-week contract as required. The position may involve floating within the OR departments but not between locations. No call responsibilities are assigned.

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 #1284511. 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: Operating Room Tech / 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