Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Concord, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,930/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Concord, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized perioperative patient care in a fast-paced, Level 3 Trauma Center with assorted surgical specialties including trauma, orthopedics, spine, cardiac, vascular, gynecology, robotics, and more. The position requires a dynamic team player adept at managing various surgical cases and supporting the OR team during both scheduled and emergency procedures.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: BLS certification; minimum of 5 years of OR nursing experience; active RN license; experience circulating in trauma, ortho trauma, spine, cardiac, vascular, gynecology, robotics, general surgery, bariatrics, urology, ENT, eyes, pain, plastics; flexibility and self-motivation to accommodate case requests; experience with laparoscopic and open belly cases preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: CNOR certification is preferred but not required.
- Support within the Department: Service line clinical supervisors, charge nurses, educators, OR assistants, unit secretaries, technical engineers.
- Technology/Equipment: Typical surgical and OR-specific equipment utilized in a high-volume surgical setting.
- Floating: No floating required.
- Orientation: Department-specific orientation for 2 days.
- Scheduling: Every 4th weekend rotation, with scheduled shifts generally from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and call shifts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. on weekends.
- Call Requirement: Average of 6 call shifts per 6-week schedule with a 45-minute response time; call hours are from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. and on weekends as specified.
- Holiday Schedule: Travelers will work approximately 75% of holidays.
- RTO (Request for Time Off): Requires manager approval.
- Schedule Cycle: Six-week rotation cycle.
- Other Notes: Scrub color is provided; parking is free; OR culture emphasizes teamwork and adaptability.
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 Concord, NC
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Concord, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Concord, NC is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F, and average lows in winter are around 29°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Concord, NC and can be easily found through various online platforms.
- Concord is car-friendly with well-maintained roads.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Concord has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Concord offers a variety of restaurants, including local Southern cuisine.
- There are also opportunities to enjoy art and music, as well as participate in sports and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.
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