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OR Travel Nurse Jobs and Salary

Your experience as an operating room nurse (OR nurse) will open so many doors at American Mobile. Our high paying OR travel nurse jobs provide you with everything you need to be successful in both career and life. Expanding your nursing resume and refining your job preferences to ensure you succeed is our main goal. Hospitals and specialty clinics are always in need of OR nurse skillsets, which give aspiring travel nurses a variety of location and assignment options across the nation.

OR Travel Nurse Job Description & Requirements

  • Perform the exact same duties as full-time OR nurse
  • Help coordinate patient care in operating room settings
  • Manage care before, during, and after surgical procedures,
  • Monitor equipment, and assist other operating room healthcare professionals with sterilizing supplies, equipment, and instruments
  • At least one year of experience in a clinical setting

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We offer an extensive selection of high paying OR travel nurse jobs at top performing healthcare facilities. Choose from a strong network of healthcare partners across the nation including:

We simplify your job search by listing the top paying OR nurse travel jobs in great cities throughout United States. Live and work where you want to. Find exclusive travel nursing jobs in beautiful cities including:

Average OR Travel Nurse Salary

Make up to $4,792/week

Operating room nurses often have a lucrative career path. While traveling as an OR nurse with American Mobile, you can expect to make anywhere from $1,164 to $4,792 a week. This means the maximum earning potential is nearly $62,296 for a 13-week assignment, the most common assignment length. The beauty of a travel nursing job is the flexibility in schedules and the handsome compensation packages, not to mention all of the amazing benefits and perks you'll have access to.

 

*Disclaimer: Wages for OR travel nursing jobs are based on average rates and may be impacted by facility budgets and seasonality and may include a combination of taxable and non-taxable earnings and reimbursements.

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OR Travel Nurse Benefits

As the industry’s leading travel nursing agency, American mobile provides top-notch day-one benefits for OR travel nurses and their families. You are our first priority and our awesome benefits package makes sure you and your family is taken care of.

  • Free housing or a housing stipend
  • Access to the largest Network of facilities and providers to find assignments
  • Health Benefits: health, life, and vision insurance
  • 401k Matching & More

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Operating Room (OR) Travel Nursing Job Frequently Asked Questions

What are the minimum Travel OR Nurse requirements?

To work as a OR travel nurse with American Mobile, you must have graduated from an accredited nursing program and have a minimum of ten months of experience in a professional nursing setting. Some healthcare facilities require two years of clinical experience.
However, there’s never been a better time as OR travel nurses are so in demand, with career prospects increasing as the demand for nurses continues to increase.

As an OR Travel Nurse do I need to be license in that state?

As a travel nurse, you will need to get your nursing license in the state in which you choose to work. It’s important to know that each state, as well as the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), has its own nursing license requirements and at American Mobile, we make getting your nursing license a top priority.

Can I take time off between OR Nursing assignments?

Yes! That is one of the benefits of being an OR Travel Nurse. Travel nursing allows you to remain flexible and take time off working between assignments. However, to remain eligible for benefits provided by American Mobile, you must begin an assignment within 25 days of your last assignment. For more information, contact a recruiter.

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OR Travel Nurse Salary

OR departments desperately need travel nurses that meet all of the necessary travel nursing requirements. As an Operating Room travel nurse, you can make up to $1,377 to $3,158 per week.

Check out the current highest paying OR travel nurse job in District of Columbia: This Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room position earns $3,158 a week, with a start date of May 13, 2024. This assignment is for 13 weeks and is located in Washington.

Our travel nurse jobs include a housing stipend and a personal housing account executive will ensure your housing preferences are met and you are happy before moving. For more details about salary, contact a recruiter or check here for a few nurse travel jobs that are starting the soonest and apply today:

Exclusive OR Nurse Jobs

American Mobile has 8 exclusive OR nursing jobs in United States with competitive pay rates and private housing. You won't find these Operating Room travel jobs anywhere else. Browse our extensive selection of OR travel nurse jobs based on average salary, contract duration, and shift types to find your perfect travel nurse job.

These exclusive American Mobile positions can help you earn between $1,892 - $3,158 a week. The average weekly salary for these exclusive OR jobs is $2,712, but check back often as available jobs are constantly changing.

Search all of our top paying OR travel nurse jobs below:

Cities Average Salary Highest Paying OR Job per City
Washington $2,786 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Washington, DC
Brooklyn $2,984 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Brooklyn, NY
Van Nuys $2,914 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Van Nuys, CA
Pittsburgh $2,813 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh $2,813 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Pittsburgh, PA

Earliest Starting OR Travel Jobs

Here are some of the best OR travel nursing jobs that start soon. Don't miss out on the opportunities below, contact your recruiter today!

Start Date Weekly Salary Cities with Highest Paying Jobs
April 22, 2024 $1,477 - $1,628 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Abingdon, VA
April 22, 2024 $2,611 - $2,877 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Muscatine, IA
April 22, 2024 $2,149 - $2,369 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Salida, CO
April 29, 2024 $2,277 - $2,509 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Bakersfield, CA
April 29, 2024 $1,905 - $2,099 /week* Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room in Montgomery, AL

*Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with your Recruiter for additional details.

OR Travel Nurse Job FAQs

What are the minimum travel nursing requirements?

Each state, as well as the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), has its own nursing license requirements. However, healthcare systems prefer nurses to have at least one year of experience in a clinical setting under their belt to be considered for a position.

Get nursing license information for all 50 states including:

Can I take time off between OR assignments?

Yes! That is one of the benefits of travel nursing. Travel nursing allows you to remain flexible and take time off of working between assignments. However, to remain eligible for benefits provided by American Mobile, you must begin an assignment within 25 days of your last assignment. For more information, contact your recruiter.

On average, how much does an OR travel nurse make?

An OR nurse can make an average of $2,080 per week in the US, but every state is very different.

What are the highest paid travel nurse jobs available today?

The top paying nurse positions currently include jobs like:

What is the opportunity for work/life balance with a travel nurse job?

Travel nurses are in high demand in cities throughout the nation. Apply for travel OR nurse jobs in Brooklyn, Van Nuys, Portland and other popular destination spots where the work/life balance is at its highest!

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