Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,475 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Surgical Assistants/Orthopedic Assistants are needed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position involves functioning as a surgical first or second assistant for complex and basic operative or invasive procedures across various specialties, including neuro, ENT, orthopedics, vascular, and general surgery. The role requires a strong background in robotics, neuro, or ENT procedures.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Evenings shift, with variable start times between 5:30 am and 7:00 am, totaling 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Certified Surgical Technologist or Nurse First Assistant with BLS certification. Experience in neuro, ENT, orthopedics, vascular, or general surgery required; specific procedures familiarity is essential. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience supporting complex procedures, robot-assisted surgeries, and familiarity with EPIC charting system.
• Float: Cross-trained to all main OR specialties and Urology center, but no floating to other hospitals.
• Orientation: A 2-week program consisting of education, paperwork, and specialized procedure training in neuro, ortho, and urology.
• Additional Information: The role involves support on the unit, charting, and on-call responsibilities. Holiday, weekend, and night shift schedules are part of the rotation. Scrubs are provided, with approved coverings. Free parking is available on campus.

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 #1283649. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus