Travel Registered Nurse OR Job
Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, starting 07/28/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Guaranteed hours: 40 per week. Shift: rotating, typically 4×10s. This is a hospital OR role with on‑call responsibilities and the potential for shift variations. Compensation ranges from $2,783 to $2,971 per week, with a local rate option within 50 miles ($8 less).
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,783–$2,971 per week
- Local rate within 50 miles: $2,775–$2,963 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Shift and schedule: Rotating, 4×10s; typical shifts include 7:00 AM–5:30 PM, with other options (9:00 AM–7:30 PM or 11:00 AM–9:30 PM)
- On-call and holiday requirements: On-call responsibilities every 5–6 evenings to 7:00 AM the following day and every 6th or 7th weekend; must work every other major holiday
Responsibilities
- Provide circulating and/or scrub nurse support for operative cases in the OR
- Prepare the room, equipment, and supplies; assist the surgical team; maintain sterile technique and counts
- Monitor patient status intraoperatively, manage instruments and equipment, and document intraoperative events
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers and surgeons to ensure patient safety and timely case flow
- Facilitate room turnover between cases; uphold infection control standards and privacy requirements
- Demonstrate adaptability to dynamic case schedules and adhere to unit policies and procedures
Requirements
- Active Massachusetts RN license; NURSYS verification showing all licenses
- AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- 1+ year OR nursing experience
- Demonstrated documentation of travel experience; first-time travelers will not be considered
- RTO (time off) request must be included at submission; not guaranteed after confirmation
- EPIC EMR experience preferred
Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Credentialing support through IVS Clinical Interview Service for required certifications and licensing checks
- Access to assignment coordination and ongoing recruiter support throughout the placement
- Travel and onboarding support to facilitate the assignment start and transitions
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Start Your Next Travel Assignment
Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.
Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.