Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Sitka, AK | Variable (4x10)

Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital Sitka, AK
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Travel RN
Operating Room Nurse in Sitka, AK
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$3,043
Specialty
Operating Room
Travel · RN
Shift
Variable
4×10 hrs
Start Date
11/09
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Operating Room travel nurse job in Sitka, Alaska, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital . This role pays $3,043 per week and follows a Variable shift with a 4x10 schedule. Read more

As the Operating Room registered nurse on this assignment, you'll circulate surgical cases, verify patients, sites, and counts, participate in surgical time-outs, and safeguard sterile technique from setup through handoff to recovery.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this Operating Room travel nurse job in Sitka, AK, and find others just like it. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital
  • Location: Sitka, AK 99835
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  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Variable (4x10)

Responsibilities

  • Circulate for surgical procedures and, when trained and assigned, perform the scrub role across assigned service lines
  • Advocate for patient safety under anesthesia, verifying required consent and site documentation and participating in surgical time-outs
  • Monitor and protect the sterile field, performing and reconciling instrument, sponge, and sharps counts with the perioperative team
  • Anticipate surgeon and team needs, managing supplies, equipment, positioning, and specimen handling per facility protocol

Travel Operating Room Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Operating Room experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Alaska and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Operating Room Travel Nurse Jobs Near Sitka, AK

What certifications do travel OR jobs require?
Most travel OR positions require Basic Life Support (BLS), and many hospitals also require Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). CNOR is preferred by many facilities but required by only a few. Pediatric ORs may ask for PALS.
What recent OR experience is required for travel OR nurse jobs?
Most OR travel jobs expect confidence in general and orthopedic cases plus several additional service lines such as neuro, spine, urology, GYN, vascular, or ENT. Robotic experience is also commonly requested. Facilities may ask for a service-line skills checklist, so be specific about the cases you have circulated or scrubbed recently.
Do travel OR jobs include call?
Often, yes. Hospital OR assignments commonly include evening, overnight, or weekend call, while outpatient surgery centers are less likely to. Call frequency, required response time, and call pay vary by facility, so confirm all three before you accept.
How do I get licensed for an Alaska travel assignment?
Alaska is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so you’ll need an active Alaska RN license—or an Alaska temporary permit—before practice begins; an out-of-state multistate license doesn’t apply. Apply by endorsement, and start the fingerprint step early: Alaska requires an original FD-258 fingerprint card by mail, and a rejected card may require resubmission. Our Alaska Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

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Explore Sitka, AK

Sitka, Alaska is a mesmerizing coastal town that offers travel nurses and allied health professionals a dream destination. Immerse yourself in the unique culture, influenced by Tlingit heritage and Russian history. Savor the local food scene, brimming with fresh seafood delicacies. Explore famous attractions like the Sitka National Historical Park and historic St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral. With limitless outdoor leisure activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting, the temperate climate of Sitka beckons adventure. Nearby cities of Juneau and Ketchikan enhance the allure of this exciting and inviting Alaskan gem. Start your career with Advantis Medical and experience Sitka's enchanting charm firsthand.

Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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