Operating Room Registered Nurse
Bethel, AK
Cross Country Nurses
4x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) nurse position in a healthcare setting located in Alaska. This role involves delivering high-quality patient care through all phases of the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The OR nurse collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient, safe, and effective surgical care, while considering age-specific and cultural considerations. The position requires adherence to nursing practice standards and a commitment to patient-centered care from neonatal to elderly populations.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Shift time is days, with an 8-hour shift and a minimum of 32 hours per week. The start date is 09/29/2026, and the end date is 12/29/2026.
• Required Qualifications: Must have completed a program of education in nursing from an NLN (National League for Nursing) approved institution. Preferred one year of experience in a healthcare setting as a Registered Nurse. Must be licensed in good standing in the State of Alaska as a Registered Professional Nurse. Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with medical and office equipment such as EKG, cystoscopy, and other relevant medical devices. Proficient oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Basic EKG and nursing skills. Ability to interpret diagnostic tests, administer treatments and medications, and collaborate effectively with team members.
• Additional Information: The successful candidate will need to pass and maintain competencies pertinent to this role. May supervise unit secretaries and Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) in collaboration with the Charge Nurse. Attendance at orientation begins on a Tuesday; initial guaranteed hours may differ during orientation week. All travelers are required to show proof of completed COVID-19 vaccinations.

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

Posted Date: 2026-11-02