Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Anchorage, Alaska

Join a high-acuity Operating Room team as a Travel OR RN in Anchorage, Alaska. This travel nursing assignment is ideal for an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse who can support complex surgical cases and deliver safe, exceptional perioperative care in a Level II trauma setting. Anchorage offers professional growth, scenic mountain landscapes, outdoor adventure, and a welcoming community in the heart of Alaska.

Travel OR RN Job Details

• Location: Anchorage, Alaska
• Specialty: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
• Employment Type: Travel nursing assignment
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,520-$2,650
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Assignment Dates: November 9, 2026-May 10, 2027
• Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts; some schedules may include 12-hour day shifts
• Schedule: Typically 4 shifts per week; 3×12 or 4×10 scheduling may be available based on unit needs
• Shift Times: Start times may vary, including approximately 6:45 a.m. or 9:00 a.m.
• Weekend Coverage: Required
• Call: Limited call coverage for call-offs only
• Charting: Epic
• Department Profile: 18 operating rooms, approximately 40 daily cases, and a diverse surgical service line
• Floating: May float within scope to like units or nearby affiliated locations as needed

Operating Room RN Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent Operating Room Registered Nurse experience
• Active Alaska RN license required; candidates with a pending license may be considered, but the license must be in hand for an expedited offer
• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• CNOR certification preferred
• Recent Epic electronic health record and surgical documentation experience required
• Experience caring for patients across a broad age range, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing, patient safety, sterile technique, specimen handling, surgical counts, and universal protocol
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the assignment location; local candidates are not eligible
• Willingness to work weekends and two of the following major holidays when scheduled: Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s
• Two professional references covering at least one year of experience within the past three years

Perioperative Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide safe, comprehensive perioperative nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Prepare operating rooms, verify equipment, and support efficient surgical case flow
• Serve as a circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse according to experience, competency, and department assignment
• Support general, thoracic, vascular, orthopedic, neurological, gynecological, ENT, urological, ophthalmic, pediatric, trauma, and bariatric procedures
• Assist with advanced surgical technology, including robotic systems and specialized orthopedic and neurological equipment
• Administer blood and blood products, monitor patients, and respond promptly to changes in condition
• Maintain sterile technique and uphold infection prevention, fire safety, laser safety, and malignant hyperthermia protocols
• Accurately document patient care and surgical information in Epic
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Adapt to changing surgical needs and float within scope when required

Location Highlights

Anchorage is Alaska’s largest city and a dynamic destination for healthcare professionals who value both career variety and access to the outdoors. Enjoy nearby mountains, trails, wildlife, winter recreation, and stunning coastal scenery, along with local arts, dining, and cultural experiences. It is an excellent base for exploring Alaska while building valuable experience in a sophisticated surgical environment.

Apply now to explore this Travel Operating Room RN opportunity in Anchorage, Alaska, and join a high-acuity perioperative healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.