Travel OR Jobs
Travel OR professionals provide specialized healthcare services across diverse clinical settings. BHS Workforce currently has 100 open travel OR positions across 18 states and 64 cities. The highest-volume markets are Georgia (21), Texas (13), California (13). Typical contracts run 13 weeks at 40 hours per week. The current shift mix is 88 day, 11 night.
Licensing & Credential Requirements
Georgia
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel OR positions. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Georgia without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Texas
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel OR positions. Texas is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Texas without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
California
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel OR positions. California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state. Travel RNs must obtain an individual California RN license before starting an assignment. Apply through the California Board of Registration in Nursing well before your start date. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Kentucky
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel OR positions. Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Kentucky without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Colorado
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel OR positions. Colorado is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Colorado without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Pay Overview
Based on 99 of 100 current travel OR assignments nationwide.
Travel OR pay ranges from $1,632 to $4,127 per week, with a median of $2,425. The $2,494 spread reflects variation in shift differentials, location, and facility acuity. Packages include tax-free stipends averaging $1,482 per week for housing and meals.
Jobs by State
Current Openings
| Specialty | Location | Pay | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| OR | Chico, CA | $4,127/wk | 4 x 10 Days |
| OR | San Luis Obispo, CA | $3,832/wk | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| OR | Orange, CA | $3,489/wk | 4 x 10 Days |
| OR | Orange, CA | $3,262/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| OR | Boston, MA | $3,215/wk | 4 x 10 Nights |
| OR | Petaluma, CA | $3,147/wk | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| OR | Keene, NH | $2,947/wk | 4 x 10 Days |
| OR | Amarillo, TX | $2,927/wk | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| OR | Boston, MA | $2,909/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| OR | Boston, MA | $2,909/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
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