Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Operating Room Nurse in a healthcare facility setting. This position involves providing specialized surgical nursing care in the operating room environment. The role requires independent clinical practice, adherence to safety and procedural protocols, and collaboration with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Job Details:
Location: Not specified
Schedule: Days, 8 hours shift, 7:00 AM 3:00 PM, minimum of 40 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred; 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred; BLS certification via American Heart Association (AHA) required; RN License in the state of employment or under a compact agreement; Call required; Weekend requirement; Call required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in operating room or surgical nursing.
Additional Information: The nurse will practice independently with awareness of all relevant aspects of surgical nursing. Responsibilities include administering medications and treatments following appropriate protocols, documenting patient information, assessing learning needs, and providing education to patients and families. The role emphasizes managing complex clinical situations and making appropriate assignments to support optimal surgical care.
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 #1322029. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Alexandria, LA
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Documentationunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Medication Administrationunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Operating Room Nursingunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Surgical Nursingunmatched
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