Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Alexandria, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,347/weekOverview
- Start Date10/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN opportunity in Alexandria, Virginia: join a high-volume Operating Room team and bring your perioperative nursing expertise to a dynamic surgical setting near Washington, D.C.
Bring your perioperative expertise to a dynamic Operating Room team in Alexandria, Virginia. This travel nursing opportunity offers a fast-paced surgical environment with a wide variety of cases, strong procedural volume, and the chance to support high-acuity specialty services. With convenient access to the greater Washington, D.C. area and the charm of nearby Old Town Alexandria, this assignment combines professional growth with an exciting location.
Travel RN Job Details
- Position Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Specialty: Operating Room / Perioperative Nursing
- Location: Alexandria, VA 22304
- Start Date: 10/5/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 12-hour day shifts
- Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,090 - $2,200
- Operating Room Environment: 11-suite OR with approximately 25-35 cases per day
- Documentation: EPIC experience preferred
- Orientation: Floor-specific orientation provided
- On-Call: 2-4 call shifts in a 6-week period, including weekends and overnights
Job Requirements
- Active RN license
- Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room nursing experience
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association (required)
- CNOR certification preferred
- Must be able to scrub and circulate
- Strong experience with thoracic, trauma, neuro, spine, ortho, and robotics cases required
- Comfort working in a high-volume surgical setting
- EPIC experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, and efficient perioperative nursing care as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room
- Scrub and circulate a broad range of surgical cases
- Support specialties including ortho, neuro, maxillofacial, ENT, plastics, vascular, colorectal, general, GYN, robotics, urology, spine, podiatry, thoracic, and breast
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team
- Maintain a strong focus on patient safety, sterile technique, and workflow efficiency
- Participate in on-call coverage as assigned
- Adapt to a busy OR environment with changing case needs throughout the day
Apply now to advance your travel nursing career in Alexandria, VA and join a high-performing surgical team today.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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About Alexandria, VA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Alexandria, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Alexandria, VA is higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare professions like nursing.
- The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Alexandria, VA, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity and the presence of various real estate agencies and online platforms.
- Alexandria, VA is relatively car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and the Metrorail, which provides easy access to Washington, D.C. and surrounding areas.
- Alexandria, VA is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the city's proximity to major healthcare facilities and the demand for healthcare professionals.
- Alexandria, VA offers a vibrant dining scene with numerous restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- The city also has a thriving arts and music community, with various art shows, live music performances, and theater events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the Potomac River and its activities, while sports fans can catch a Washington Nationals game at Nationals Park.
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