Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Charleston, WV
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,645/week

Overview

  • Start Date08/24/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,645/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
The operating room (OR) registered nurse (RN) position is located in Charleston, West Virginia. This day shift position involves supporting a surgical unit with an average of 22 cases per day. The role requires working collaboratively within the ambulatory surgery setting, providing specialized care in ophthalmology and other surgical procedures.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: Day shift, Monday through Friday, with hours from 0645 to 1515. Candidates may need to stay late until cases are completed.
  • Required Qualifications: Certifications include BLS (AHA). Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as an operating room technologist (ORT), with expertise in ophthalmology, including independently performing cataract and cornea procedures. Ability to scrub and circulate ambulatory surgery procedures is essential.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience in ophthalmology, particularly in performing cataract and cornea surgeries independently.
  • Charge Nurse/House Supervisor: Yes, but not in the One Day Surgery Building.
  • Shifts & Scheduling: No self-scheduling is permitted; shifts begin at 0645, with potential for late finishing.
  • Weeknight/Call Requirements: Minimum of one weekday call shift per week, with a 30-minute response time.
  • Weekend/Call Requirements: Up to every other weekend with 30-minute response time.
  • Holiday/Call Requirements: Call rotation with 30-minute response time.
  • Floating: May be required to float to other surgical departments.
  • Scrub Color/Dress Code: Scrubs will be provided.
  • Unit/Department Orientation: Completion of hospital orientation followed by staff orientation in the outpatient surgical unit.
  • Cancellation Policy: Two shifts per 13-week assignment or greater; one shift for shorter assignments.
  • Charting System: EPIC.
  • Trauma Level: Care setting is acute care.
  • Division: Not specified.
  • Start Date: 08/24/2026.

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 #1291052. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

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.

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About Charleston, WV

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Charleston, WV here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 64°F.
  • Average winter highs of 42°F and lows of 24°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Charleston offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scenes, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking, and local sports events to enjoy.
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