Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Martinsburg, WV
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,330/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
An Operating Room (OR) Nurse is sought for a long-term assignment in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This position involves working in a busy surgical environment with a variety of specialties, including orthopedics, general, ENT, eyes, vascular, and trauma cases. Candidates must be prepared to bring their license on the first day of the assignment. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including day, evening, night, and rotation of call coverage.
Job Details:
- Location: Martinsburg, West Virginia
- Schedule: 12 hours per shift, three days a week, primarily Monday through Friday, with weekend, holiday, and call rotations as needed. Typical start times include 7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, and other varied hours.
- Required Qualifications: Certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Candidates must possess a license, and be willing to wait for approval. A minimum of 2 years of experience in the operating room specialty, previous travel assignments (2-3), and orthopedic experience are required. Experience passing the arms in and out for robotic procedures is mandatory. Candidates must have worked with all relevant specialties, have experience scrubbing as an RN, and familiarity with the EMR system EPIC.
- Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is preferred; Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential is also preferred.
- Experience or Skills: 2-3 years of OR experience; orthopedic experience; passing robotic arms; experience with all surgical specialties; EPIC EMR proficiency.
- Additional Information: Scrubs are provided; minimal support staff in the unit; assignments are primarily for traveling OR staff. Outpatient surgery float is required.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates can only be submitted to one position at a time across the entire healthcare network. Drivers license address must be outside 50 miles from the facility. Previous permanent candidates must have been gone for 2 years; prior travelers for 1 year must be gone for 2 years.
- Background Checks: All background hits must be disclosed at time of submission.
- Cancellation Policy: The client may cancel up to two shifts per 13-week assignment or one shift for shorter assignments.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Martinsburg, WV
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Martinsburg, WV here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local real estate agencies and online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as Martinsburg is primarily a car-dependent city.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Martinsburg has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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