Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,370 per week

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: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Operating Room (OR) Nurse position is based in Anchorage, Alaska. This role involves providing specialized perioperative nursing care within a busy surgical environment. Candidates must have an Alaska Registered Nurse (RN) license, which must be in hand prior to an auto offer being extended. The position requires a minimum of two years of experience in the operating room setting. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment.

Job Details:

• Location: Anchorage, Alaska
• Schedule: 3x12-hour Days; shift start times may vary, either 06:45-19:15 or 09:00-21:30
• Hours: Minimum of 36 hours per week; guaranteed hours are 60 hours per biweekly period
• Required Qualifications: Current Alaska RN license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification (preferred), CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) certification (preferred), at least 2 years of operating room experience, proficiency with Epic Electronic Medical Records system, and at least 50 miles distance from the facility.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with trauma, Laparoscopic assisted cases, and minimally invasive surgical procedures.
• Additional Information: Must have a minimum of two references covering one year (or six months for CNAs) within the last three years, including at least two charge or lead nurses if applicable. Clothing provided for scrubbing, and all RTO requests should be included in the submittal. Must be willing to work holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year.
• Vaccinations: Hep B vaccine accepted; titers or declinations are not accepted.
• Other Details: Candidates may need to float within the hospital as needed to meet operational needs. Pending licenses are accepted but must be in hand prior to offer.

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 #1278931. 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