About This Position
Join Quick2Hire as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse in Anchorage, AK. This 13-week contract offers day shifts from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., scheduled three 12-hour shifts weekly, beginning October 5, 2026.
Position Details
- Role: Registered Nurse – General / Operating Room RN
- Location: Anchorage, Alaska
- Employment type: Travel contract
- Schedule: Day shift, 3x12 hours
- Assignment length: 13 weeks
- Start date: October 5, 2026
Responsibilities
Provide perioperative nursing care across a broad range of surgical cases. Support safe surgical preparation, intraoperative workflows, patient monitoring, specimen handling, infection prevention, procedural time-outs, and postoperative care according to professional standards and applicable protocols.
Requirements
Certifications: ACLS (required), BLS, and CNOR (required).
Charting: Experience with any charting system is required.
Vascular surgery: Abdominal aortic aneurysm repair; aortocaval fistula repair; aortoenteric fistula repair; arteriovenous fistula repair; atherectomy; carotid angioplasty; carotid artery stenting; femoral popliteal bypass graft; scrub vascular surgery (required).
Gynecology: Abdominal or vaginal hysterectomy; anterior/posterior repair (colporrhaphy); bilateral tubal ligation; C-sections; dilation and curettage; laparoscopic-assisted gynecological procedures; scrub gynecology surgery (required); therapeutic abortion; vulvectomy.
Professional knowledge and skills: Administration of blood and blood products; cardiac monitoring; conscious sedation monitoring; infection control; laser safety; radiation safety; specimen handling and labeling; starting peripheral IVs; universal protocol/time-out procedure; urinary bladder catheterization; wound management.
Oral surgery: Adult dentistry; closed reduction of facial fractures and wiring; repair of fractured jaws, mandibular and zygomatic; scrub oral surgery (required); temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroplasty.
Neurology: ALIF (anterior lumbar interbody fusion); anterior cervical fusion; cervical fusions; craniotomy; insertion of VP shunt; kyphoplasty; laminectomy/discectomy; lumbar fusion; MIS (minimally invasive surgery); scrub neurology surgery (required); XLIF (extreme lateral interbody fusion).
Trauma: Amputations; burns; gunshot or stab wounds; MVA (multiple injuries); scrub trauma surgery (required).
Orthopedic surgery: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction; arthroscopy; arthrotomy; carpal tunnel release; closed reduction of fractures; laminectomy/discectomy; open reduction of fractures; ortho/spine; scrub arthroscopic surgeries (required); scrub orthopedic surgeries (required); spinal fusion; total joint replacement.
Pediatric orthopedic surgery: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (required); arthroscopy of the knee, shoulder, and wrist (required); arthrotomy (required); closed reduction of fractures (required); open reduction of fractures (required); scrub pediatric orthopedic surgery (required); spinal fusion/spinal surgery with instrumentation (required).
General surgery: Appendectomy; cholecystectomy; colon resection; inguinal or umbilical hernia repair; laparoscopic-assisted procedures; mastectomy; scrub general surgery (required); partial or total thyroidectomy; Whipple procedure.
Pediatric general surgery: Appendectomy (required).
Compensation & Why Quick2Hire
The hourly rate is $66.00–$78.00. Quick2Hire is your staffing partner for this Anchorage, AK travel assignment. Apply through Quick2Hire to be considered for the role.
This healthcare facility is a cornerstone of medical excellence in the region, offering a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of the community. With a focus on patient-centered care, the facility provides primary care, urgent care, and specialized services such as cardiopulmonary testing, diagnostic imaging, and a state-of-the-art birthing center. The facility's commitment to compassionate care is evident in its extensive behavioral health and chemical dependency programs, ensuring holistic support for patients. Additionally, the presence of the Otto Klein Cancer Center and a robust orthopedics department highlights its dedication to specialized and advanced medical treatments.
Located in the picturesque town of Polson, MT, the facility serves a vibrant community nestled along the shores of Flathead Lake. This location offers healthcare professionals the unique opportunity to work in a serene environment that balances professional growth with quality of life. The facility is part of a not-for-profit Catholic health care ministry, emphasizing its mission to provide accessible, high-quality care while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a commitment to innovation and community well-being, this healthcare facility is an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of Montana.
Experience
- At least 2 years of nursing experience required.
- Experience with a 1:1 patient ratio required.
- Trauma Level II experience required.
- Trauma Level I experience preferred.
- Travel nursing experience is not required for candidates with at least 2 years of experience.
Benefits
- 36 guaranteed hours per week.
- A dedicated Quick2Hire recruiter supports you throughout the assignment.
- Reliable weekly pay.
- Quick2Hire also offers per diem shifts for additional flexibility.
