Operating Room Registered Nurse
Martinsburg, WV
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,365/weekOverview
- Start Date10/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) nursing position located in a healthcare facility in a hospital setting. This role involves providing perioperative care for a variety of surgical cases including general, ENT, eyes, ortho, robotics, trauma, vascular, and peds surgeries. The position requires experience in the specialty and prior travel assignments, with an emphasis on ortho and robotic procedures. The shift schedule includes day and evening hours, with specific on-call requirements.
Job Details:
- Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts, primarily day/evening, with start times such as 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Coverage includes 36 hours per week, with start date between 09/21/2026 and 10/05/2026, and end date of 12/21/2026.
- Required Qualifications: Candidates must have 2-3 years of experience in operating room nursing, including ortho and robotic surgery experience. Prior travel assignments of 2-3 placements are required. Certifications include BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association), and PALS (preferred). Experience passing the arms in and out for robotic procedures and proficiency with EPIC electro medical records are essential.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with outpatient surgery, scrub experience for RN, and familiarity with various surgical specialties including neuro spine, burr holes, VP shunts, vents, discectomy, fusions, TLIF, ALIF, nerve stimulators, total joints, trauma, vascular, peds, and emergent cases.
- Additional Requirements: Floating to outpatient surgery may be necessary. On-call requirements include one weeknight on-call from 7 PM to 7 AM and one weekend per month from 7 AM to 7 PM. Response time for on-call situations is 30 minutes; staff must be comfortable staying if located more than 30 minutes away. Dress code includes scrubs provided by the organization. Unit-specific orientation involves 3 shifts over one week.
- Experience & Skills: Minimum of 2 years in operating room nursing, with specific ortho and robotic experience required. Ability to navigate EPIC EMR system. Scrubbing on cases is required for RN staff.
- Additional Notes: The OR team is largely composed of travelers. Techs are responsible for room turnover; no aids or housekeeping duties are included. The schedule allows block scheduling if it meets unit needs.
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 Martinsburg, WV
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Martinsburg, WV here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local real estate agencies and online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as Martinsburg is primarily a car-dependent city.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Martinsburg has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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