Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Falls Church, VA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,440/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date09/21/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration16 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,440/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) Nurse position available in a general healthcare setting. This role involves providing specialized nursing care during surgical procedures across a variety of service lines including orthopedics, general surgery, robotics, organ transplants, ENT, vascular, thoracic, urology, and pediatric cases. The schedule is rotating, with shifts alternating between days and nights, including weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities.

Job Details

  • Shift Hours: 8/12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule, including days and nights.
  • Schedule: Dayshift 2x8's (0700-1530), 2x12's (0700-1930); no fixed schedule, rotating to nights. Days are very flexible.
  • Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours.
  • Required Qualifications: BLS (must be American Heart Association certified); two years of experience in Level 1 or Level 2 trauma; travel experience with at least 1-2 previous assignments; team self-schedules for shift and call; weekend requirement of 2-3 shifts per 6-week period; call shifts averaging 4 hours, with 3-4 weekday and weekend shifts; holiday and night rotation as needed; Epic electronic medical record (EMR) access; 70-85 cases per day; experience with urgent and scheduled cases, including trauma; pediatric and neonatal experience preferred.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Trauma experience; pediatric/neonatal experience; exposure to a variety of surgical cases including orthopedic, organ transplant, ENT, vascular, thoracic, and urology.
  • Additional Information: The OR runs 24/7/365, covering service lines such as orthopedics including total joints, adult and pediatric general surgeries, robotics, organ transplants, ENT, oral/maxillofacial, vascular/thoracic, urology, and pediatrics. The unit may require float to other ORs and Woodburn based on census needs. On-call shifts are approximately 4 hours, 3-4 times a week. The position involves urgent and scheduled surgeries, with case volumes between 70-85 cases daily.

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 #1305139. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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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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 Falls Church, VA

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Falls Church, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Falls Church, VA is higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
  • However, wages tend to match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 26°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Falls Church, VA, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the surrounding areas.
Transportation
  • Falls Church, VA is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include bus services and the Washington Metro, providing easy access to nearby areas.
Demographics
  • Falls Church, VA is known for its diverse population, with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Falls Church, VA offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, trails, and recreational activities in the surrounding areas.
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