Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Pompton Plains, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/18/2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. This position involves providing specialized nursing care to surgical patients across a variety of procedures, including orthopedics, robotics, and neurology. The role requires clinical expertise in assessment, patient safety, documentation, and patient education within a fast-paced surgical environment.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred. Valid RN license required; BLS certification required; CNOR certification preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of OR nursing experience.
- Job Functions:
- Demonstrate assessment skills, knowledge of growth and development stages, and deliver appropriate patient care.
- Perform direct patient care activities supporting the team and demonstrate knowledge of emergency equipment and procedures.
- Maintain complete and accurate documentation of nursing care and patient progress.
- Exhibit professionalism and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Respond professionally and courteously to patients, families, and co-workers, maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
- Follow safety standards including Universal Protocol and patient identification procedures.
- Demonstrate knowledge of conditions, diagnoses, procedures, and equipment relevant to surgical patients; individualize care based on procedure and anesthesia type.
- Prioritize and assume responsibility for patient care, adapting to changes in patient conditions.
- Perform pre-operative and post-operative assessments and education, involving patients and families in teaching.
- Support patient testing and evaluate pre-admission testing orders for appropriateness.
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 #1293752. 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