What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,120 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room Nurse in Lafayette, Colorado. This role involves performing independent nursing functions and delegated medical tasks in accordance with accepted standards of practice defined by the state Board of Nursing. The incumbent will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, ensuring health data is continually monitored and utilized to guide therapy and treatment. Providing health education and counseling, executing delegated medical functions, and collaborating with the healthcare team are core responsibilities. The position may require floating to other departments within scope and being on-call during scheduled shifts.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications & Certifications: ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing) or higher from an accredited nursing school; current RN license in the state of practice; BLS (American Heart Association) certification; at least 1 year of nursing experience
- Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nursing; additional certifications relevant to operating room or surgical nursing, as appropriate to the unit or service, are preferred
- Certifications & Licensure: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the practicing state; BLS (AHA); ACLS, NRP, or PALS as appropriate for the operating room environment are preferred
- Required Skills & Experience: Excellent assessment, health teaching, counseling, and documentation skills; experience in treatment plan monitoring, resource utilization, and executing medical functions; prior OR nursing experience is highly preferred
- Additional Information: The role may involve coordinating and executing surgical and patient care procedures, utilizing resources efficiently, and supporting the mission, vision, and values of the healthcare provider. Flexibility to float between departments and on-call responsibilities may be required.
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 #1295190. 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 NursesYou 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
Salary : $2,120