Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Operating Room Nurse (OR) Anchorage, AK. This position involves providing specialized nursing care in a busy surgical environment, focusing on orthopedics, total joints, neuro, and robotics procedures. The role requires a proactive approach to patient advocacy and team collaboration to ensure optimal perioperative outcomes.
Job Details
- Location: Anchorage, AK
- Position Description: Operating Room Nurse (OR) at a general hospital surgical unit with 11 ORs, performing procedures such as Total Joints, Multi-level spine fusions, and robotic cases (gynecology, colorectal, general).
- Certifications, Education, Experience, and Location Requirements: Alaska Registered Nurse license, BLS, ACLS; 0 years of experience minimum, with required start date of 09/14/2026 and end date of 12/14/2026.
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week, 10 hours each, minimum of 40 hours per week, starting as soon as possible.
- Required Qualifications: Alaska RN license, BLS, ACLS, and the ability to work the specified schedule.
- Additional Information: Experience as a circulator and as a Scrub RN is preferred. The unit uses Epic EMR and emphasizes a positive outlook and team-oriented attitude. On-call shifts are required, averaging 5-6 weekdays and 1 weekend shift every 4 weeks. Weekend work is necessary, with on-call duties during weekdays if scheduled.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must hold Alaska RN licensure and be available to start on 09/14/2026.
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 #1306191. Pay package is based on 10 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
About 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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
