Travel Registered Nurse OR Job
Rochester, NY
Contracted
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
Mid Level
Embark on a dynamic journey as a Travel OR Registered Nurse in Rochester, New York, beginning February 16, 2026. This is more than a role—it’s a chance to join a fast-paced surgical team, ensure patient safety from prep through recovery, and deepen your mastery of operating room essentials in a specialty that demands precision, calm under pressure, and seamless collaboration. Each week-long or multi-week assignment invites you to impact lives, refine techniques, and build a diverse surgical portfolio. As you map this path, you’ll also discover the energy of upstate New York and the opportunity to explore a region renowned for its history, innovation, and natural beauty. Separately, the state offers scenic variety—from the Finger Lakes and Lake Ontario shoreline to the Hudson Valley, Catskills, and Niagara Falls—giving you memorable backdrops for downtime and enrichment as you advance your career.
Location benefits: Rochester provides a welcoming medical community with modern OR suites, supportive leadership, and collaboration across skilled perioperative teams. You’ll experience a patient-centered environment that values expertise, safety, and teamwork, while enjoying the advantages of living in a vibrant upstate city with parks, dining, and cultural offerings. The travel program also opens doors to assignments at partner sites nationwide, allowing you to broaden your clinical repertoire and gain exposure to diverse surgical cases while maintaining the stability of a trusted travel partner. Competitive weekly pay ranges from $2,020 to $2,138, with potential bonuses, housing assistance, and extension opportunities designed to fit your goals. You’ll have 24/7 support as you travel with the company, ensuring you’re never alone when navigating housing, credentialing, or on-site needs. Note that the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Role specifics and benefits: In this OR-focused role, you’ll contribute to safe, efficient surgical care from room setup and aseptic technique to instrument management and turnover. Responsibilities include assisting surgeons and scrub personnel, circulating during procedures, coordinating with anesthesia teams, and maintaining precise documentation of events and implants. You’ll monitor patient status, anticipate needs, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure seamless transitions from one case to the next. The position is designed to support professional growth within perioperative nursing, with pathways toward leadership, education, and specialty advancement across diverse surgical services. You’ll also gain access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive incentive structure, housing stipends or arrangements, and the option to extend assignments to deepen your experience. The program emphasizes robust travel support, ongoing credentialing assistance, and 24/7 availability to address any on-the-road needs, so you can focus on delivering excellent patient care.
Company values: Our organization is built on empowering clinicians, recognizing your expertise, and investing in your career development. We cultivate a supportive, inclusive environment that emphasizes mentorship, continuing education, and ongoing opportunities to advance within perioperative specialties. By prioritizing collaboration, accountability, and well-being, we create a culture where your skills are valued and your professional trajectory is nurtured as you help shape the future of surgical care.
Call to action: If you’re ready to elevate your OR nursing practice, apply now to join a company that honors your contributions and partners with you on a journey of growth. This is your chance to work in a premier New York market while expanding your nationwide perioperative expertise. Start date is February 16, 2026, with week-to-week assignments designed to fit your ambitions and schedule. Your commitment and adaptability will be rewarded with competitive compensation, housing support, and opportunities to extend your placement. Ready to explore new horizons and advance your career in surgical nursing? Apply today.
.notes: hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Location benefits: Rochester provides a welcoming medical community with modern OR suites, supportive leadership, and collaboration across skilled perioperative teams. You’ll experience a patient-centered environment that values expertise, safety, and teamwork, while enjoying the advantages of living in a vibrant upstate city with parks, dining, and cultural offerings. The travel program also opens doors to assignments at partner sites nationwide, allowing you to broaden your clinical repertoire and gain exposure to diverse surgical cases while maintaining the stability of a trusted travel partner. Competitive weekly pay ranges from $2,020 to $2,138, with potential bonuses, housing assistance, and extension opportunities designed to fit your goals. You’ll have 24/7 support as you travel with the company, ensuring you’re never alone when navigating housing, credentialing, or on-site needs. Note that the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Role specifics and benefits: In this OR-focused role, you’ll contribute to safe, efficient surgical care from room setup and aseptic technique to instrument management and turnover. Responsibilities include assisting surgeons and scrub personnel, circulating during procedures, coordinating with anesthesia teams, and maintaining precise documentation of events and implants. You’ll monitor patient status, anticipate needs, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure seamless transitions from one case to the next. The position is designed to support professional growth within perioperative nursing, with pathways toward leadership, education, and specialty advancement across diverse surgical services. You’ll also gain access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive incentive structure, housing stipends or arrangements, and the option to extend assignments to deepen your experience. The program emphasizes robust travel support, ongoing credentialing assistance, and 24/7 availability to address any on-the-road needs, so you can focus on delivering excellent patient care.
Company values: Our organization is built on empowering clinicians, recognizing your expertise, and investing in your career development. We cultivate a supportive, inclusive environment that emphasizes mentorship, continuing education, and ongoing opportunities to advance within perioperative specialties. By prioritizing collaboration, accountability, and well-being, we create a culture where your skills are valued and your professional trajectory is nurtured as you help shape the future of surgical care.
Call to action: If you’re ready to elevate your OR nursing practice, apply now to join a company that honors your contributions and partners with you on a journey of growth. This is your chance to work in a premier New York market while expanding your nationwide perioperative expertise. Start date is February 16, 2026, with week-to-week assignments designed to fit your ambitions and schedule. Your commitment and adaptability will be rewarded with competitive compensation, housing support, and opportunities to extend your placement. Ready to explore new horizons and advance your career in surgical nursing? Apply today.
.notes: hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.
Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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