Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Denver, CO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,295/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) position is available in a healthcare facility. The role involves providing specialized patient care in a surgical setting, supporting a variety of surgical procedures within a Level 1 trauma care environment. The position requires compliance with unit-specific protocols and collaboration with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour days, Friday through Sunday, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid license to submit; ACLS (American Heart Association) certification, BLS (American Heart Association) certification; minimum of 2 years experience in operating room nursing.
- Preferred Qualifications: Trauma experience; scrubbing required (OR technologists and scrub nurses); experience with EMR EPIC system.
- Additional Information: Unit orientation includes department-specific procedures; onboarding involves a two-week training period. The facility allows self-scheduling for weekend shifts; weekends are scheduled from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Holiday work is required if scheduled on a weekend day; response time for call responses is 30 minutes. The hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment, or 3 shifts for shorter assignments. No float rotation required. Scrub dress code is provided.
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 Denver, CO
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Denver, CO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Denver is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85-95°F, while winter lows range from 15-25°F.
- Denver experiences all four seasons, with plenty of sunshine throughout the year.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Denver, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular neighborhoods and near medical facilities.
- Denver is car-friendly, with a well-connected highway system.
- Public transportation is also available through the Regional Transportation District (RTD), offering bus and light rail services.
- Denver is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns for newcomers.
- The city has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous medical facilities.
- Denver offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving Colorado-style cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music culture, along with professional sports teams.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Rocky Mountains for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
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