Operating Room Nurses

As an Operating Room nurse, your skills are in high demand at prestigious facilities all over the country. OR Nursing Jobs generally include a variety of roles that assist in preparing and assisting a patient during a surgical procedure.

There are many sub-specialties available to Operating Room nurses, including working as a scrub nurse or working in the CVOR and other surgical units that specialize in specific surgeries.

Salary Information for Operating Room Nurses

Since hospitals around the country are in urgent need of Operating Room nurses, experienced RNs can command top pay for their skills. Salaries for OR nurses vary depending on experience, location and facility, but the median salary continues to grow year over year. The average salary for Operating Room Nurses as of June 2008 was $62,423, and traveling OR nurses can expect to make at least as much or more per year plus benefits due to the high need for their expertise and skills at short-staffed facilities throughout the nation.

Here are some of the most recent OR nursing jobs and CVOR nursing jobs for OR nurses and scrub nurses from NurseZone.com's top travel staffing partners. Earn great pay with an OR nurse job while also receiving company-paid housing, day-one benefits and much more-all while enjoying the experience of a lifetime!

If you are an experienced Operating Room nurse looking to enhance your career and earn great pay-check out NurseZone's robust database of Operating Room nurse jobs from top partners. View our featured jobs or try our enhanced OR nurse jobs search today.

Job Outlook for Operating Room Nurses

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, if you're considering becoming an OR nurse the job outlook for all RNs remains strong, with 587,000 new registered nurse jobs expected to be created by 2016.

Read More about Operating Room nurses in the OR Specialty Spotlight

Source: Salary.com U.S. Department of Labor

  1. 1. Registered Nurse - OR     $36/hr
    Spokane, Washington

    The medical hub of the inland Pacific Northwest, Spokane is the perfect base for an amazing number of indoor and outdoor activities. You’ll find mountains for skiing and hiking, hundreds of trails for biking or walking and dozens of lakes for swimming, boating and fishing. For your indoor enjoyment, you can enjoy the best Broadway shows, visit intriguing art galleries and world-class museums, shop at state-of-the-art malls and dine at restaurants serving up some distinctly regional cuisine.

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  2. 2. Registered Nurse - OR     $36/hr
    Fairbanks, Alaska

    The gateway to any Alaskan adventure, Fairbanks is the perfect place to begin exploring the Arctic wilderness. Take a dog sled through the snow, explore glaciers and rugged mountain trails, shop for exquisite Alaska Native crafts and be enthralled by winter’s unsurpassed display of the Northern Lights.

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  3. 3. Registered Nurse - OR     $40/hr
    Los Angeles, California

    In this playground of palm trees and year-round sunshine, wedged between snow-capped mountains and sun-kissed beaches, Los Angeles beckons with its laid-back attitude, high-energy fun and urban adventures. This bustling city is a great place to indulge in the California lifestyle, catch soft ocean breezes, explore miles of beautiful sandy beaches, shop to your heart’s content and enjoy all that this West Coast metropolis has to offer.

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  4. 4. Registered Nurse - OR     $32/hr
    Phoenix, Arizona

    With its endless sunshine, spectacular desert landscape and eclectic mix of museums, culture, sport and outdoor adventures, Phoenix is a popular destination any time of the year. Whether shopping, dining, horseback riding or lounging at the pool, this thriving oasis offers an excellent quality of living and career-boosting assignments at its most prestigious facilities.

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  5. 5. Registered Nurse - OR     $40/hr
    Greater New York City, New York

    From Times Square to Greenwich Village to the Upper East Side, “the city that never sleeps” is the top destination for travel nurses in search of non-stop action and rewarding assignments in the heart of the city. Whether strolling through Central Park, shopping on Fifth Avenue or watching a Broadway show, New York City offers unforgettable sights, sounds and experiences at every turn!

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  6. 6. Registered Nurse - OR     $32/hr
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    With its diverse neighborhoods, rich history and delicious Philly Steak sandwiches, the “City of Brotherly Love” is filled with a variety of pleasures. A haven of arts and culture, Philadelphia is packed with theatres, concert halls, art exhibitions and many fine restaurants. Come discover the many facets of this historical city and enjoy its old-world charm and world-class entertainment.

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  7. 7. Registered Nurse - OR     $32/hr
    Ann Arbor, Michigan

    Home to the world-renowned University of Michigan, Ann Arbor boasts a colorful arts and entertainment scene as well as a diverse mix of restaurants, shopping and recreational activities. Explore the traditional buildings in the Kerrytown Historic District or grab a bite to eat on bustling Main Street. From sprawling golf courses and parks to unique galleries, you’ll find there is always something to do in the charming city of Ann Arbor.

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  8. 8. Registered Nurse - OR     $36/hr
    Portland, Oregon

    Nestled at the junction of two great rivers, ringed by pristine forests and ancient volcanoes, Oregon’s largest city is a great base for exploring the rugged Northwest while on assignment. Regularly voted as one of the “most livable cities” in the nation, Portland boasts a vital arts scene, beautiful parks, an abundance of microbreweries and a relaxed, unhurried way of life. 

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