Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Phoenix, AZ
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,555/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves providing specialized surgical nursing care within a busy OR department that handles a variety of cases including general, orthopedic, robotics, plastics, trauma, ENT, spine, urology, gynecology, neonatal procedures, high-risk cesarean sections, donors, hand, and eye surgeries. The position requires competence in sterile technique and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced surgical environment, supporting a team during various operative procedures.
Job Details:
- Location: Phoenix, AZ
- Schedule: Day shift, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 6:30 AM 5:00 PM, with a total of 10 hours per shift and a minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Arizona nursing license, BLS certification, minimum of 2 years OR experience, proficiency in sterile technique, ability to pass a clinical skills exam on day 1 of orientation, and familiarity with Cerner and Surginet electronic charting systems
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with robotics, trauma, and orthopedic trauma cases; ability to float to other OR campuses if qualified
- Additional Information:
- Must have the ability to perform Foley catheter insertions, central line dressing changes, lifts, restraints, and wound care
- Will participate in SIMs lab for sterile skills validation
- On-call requirement: one call shift per week and one weekend a month
- Float to Lithotripsy, Westgate, or other Advance General Laveen Campus if skilled
- All candidates must understand sterile field protocols and demonstrate competence in essential nursing skills, especially in sterile procedures, as these are frequently performed
- Shift orientation duration: 1 week
- Trauma, orthopedic trauma, and general surgical experience are 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
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 Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
- Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
- Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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