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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbia for RNs

Find Top RN Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbia, Missouri

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Columbia, Missouri. We currently offer 1 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Columbia area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Columbia’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

As of Feb 1, 2025, the average Operating Room travel nurse working in Columbia and surrounding areas earned about $1,621 weekly. Today you can find OR jobs with a salary range from $1,542 per week. The Columbia OR travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Columbia proper like Boone Hospital Center with more facilities in nearby areas like Moberly, Sedalia and Osage Beach to name a few.

Columbia is a great location for OR travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Operating Room Jobs in or near Columbia

We have 1 Operating Room jobs in Columbia, MO and 4 Operating Room jobs in Missouri, and 128 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Columbia, Missouri – 65201
  • 12 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,542 to $1,699
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Independence, Missouri – 64057
    Distance from Columbia: 112 miles
  • 12 N,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,689 to $1,861
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Springfield, Missouri – 65804
    Distance from Columbia: 131 miles
  • 10 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,782 to $1,964
Weekly Pay*
Provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the surgeon, and the circulating Registered Nurse consistent with the established standards of practice, the goals of Mercy Health, the philosophy of the Sister’s of Mercy and the Employee Code of Conduct. Efficiently set-up surgical cases in multiple specialty disciplines, providing equipment and supplies based on patient needs and surgeon preference. Demonstrate technical skills related to: creating and maintaining a sterile field; performing instrument, sponge, and sharp counts; and assisting other OR staff per patient safety and direct patient care policies. Functions as resource person for newly hired Surgical Technicians and students of visiting Surgical Technology schools. Performs related duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Springfield, Missouri – 65804
    Distance from Columbia: 131 miles
  • 10 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,782 to $1,964
Weekly Pay*
Provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the surgeon, and the circulating Registered Nurse consistent with the established standards of practice, the goals of Mercy Health, the philosophy of the Sister’s of Mercy and the Employee Code of Conduct. Efficiently set-up surgical cases in multiple specialty disciplines, providing equipment and supplies based on patient needs and surgeon preference. Demonstrate technical skills related to: creating and maintaining a sterile field; performing instrument, sponge, and sharp counts; and assisting other OR staff per patient safety and direct patient care policies. Functions as resource person for newly hired Surgical Technicians and students of visiting Surgical Technology schools. Performs related duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
    Distance from Columbia: 195 miles
  • 10 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$2,487 to $2,741
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center was established in 1901 in a single building. Today, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital. Located in downtown Des Moines on a 42-acre campus, Iowa Methodist employs nearly 4,000 people and has 370 staffed beds. Iowa Methodist is well known throughout the Midwest for cancer care. Iowa Methodist is one of two Level I Trauma Centers in the state of Iowa. Life Flight, the air ambulance program for Iowa Methodist, began in 1979 and continues to fly hundreds of vital missions per year. 16 OR’s 1,050 cases/month Variety of cases, Level I Trauma Ctr All specialties Open Heart, Kidney Transplant, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Robotics, ENT, General Surgery, Bariatrics, Pediatrics, Plastics, Urology, Vascular, Gynecology, Oncology
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
    Distance from Columbia: 214 miles
  • 8 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,498 to $2,752
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! At St. Luke’s Hospital, our top priority is you — you are the center of everything we do. We understand who you turn to for healthcare is a choice, so we thank you for choosing us. Through our shared mission, vision and values, we show the people and communities we serve how much they matter. Our personal mission is to give the healthcare we’d like our loved ones to receive. We do this by combining the best technology, innovation and personal expertise, all while putting you first. We are proud of our many accomplishments and to be part of the amazing community of Cedar Rapids, which was recognized nationally for providing high-quality healthcare at a low cost. St. Luke’s has been a committed and involved member of the Cedar Rapids community since its founding more than 140 years ago. Part of that commitment is providing financial assistance to the underinsured and uninsured. We also offer a number of services to help our community live thriving, healthy lives.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Johnson, Arkansas – 72741
    Distance from Columbia: 219 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,596 to $1,759
Weekly Pay*
This highly respected Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. You’ll find this esteemed facility to be a challenging and fulfilling environment whose patient care is firmly rooted in compassion and innovation. Expect to grow professionally while providing top-notch care to those most in need. – 64-bed full-service facility dedicated solely to women’s health needs – For new mothers, Willow Creek offers everything from obstetrics to a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and maternal-fetal medicine for high-risk pregnancies – Located in northwestern AR, just north of Fayetteville
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Madisonville, Kentucky – 42431
    Distance from Columbia: 286 miles
  • 8 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,768 to $3,051
Weekly Pay*
Need a RN for Surgery. Def need to be very skilled in ortho, general, abdominal, urology, vascular. Hearts would be a bonus!!!
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Spencer, Iowa – 51301
    Distance from Columbia: 324 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,957 to $2,156
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Spencer, Iowa – 51301
    Distance from Columbia: 324 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 1, 2025
  • 13
$1,957 to $2,156
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Sioux City, Iowa – 51101
    Distance from Columbia: 325 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,833 to $2,020
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Columbia: 373 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,843 to $2,031
Weekly Pay*
Level 1 Trauma Center Teaching Hospital
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73120
    Distance from Columbia: 373 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,719 to $1,894
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Birmingham, Alabama – 35211
    Distance from Columbia: 485 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,804 to $1,988
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Surgery # of Beds: 18 Nurse Patient Ratio: 1 RN one ORT per case Charting: Epic Scrub Color: Navy blue Areas of Float Support: Operating Room Special Procedures: Endo, Surgery – heart, neuro, ortho, general
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Birmingham, Alabama – 35209
    Distance from Columbia: 485 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,804 to $1,988
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: # of Beds: 23 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:1 Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Navy Blue Areas of Float Support: None Special Procedures: General, Ortho, Neuro, Urology, Plastics, Max/face, ENT, Robots, CVOR
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Birmingham, Alabama – 35209
    Distance from Columbia: 485 miles
  • 8 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,804 to $1,988
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: # of Beds: 23 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:1 Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Navy Blue Areas of Float Support: None Special Procedures: General, Ortho, Neuro, Urology, Plastics, Max/face, ENT, Robots, CVOR
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Birmingham, Alabama – 35209
    Distance from Columbia: 485 miles
  • 8 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,804 to $1,988
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: # of Beds: 23 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:1 Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Navy Blue Areas of Float Support: None Special Procedures: General, Ortho, Neuro, Urology, Plastics, Max/face, ENT, Robots, CVOR
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Birmingham, Alabama – 35211
    Distance from Columbia: 485 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,657 to $1,826
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Surgery # of Beds: 18 Nurse Patient Ratio: 1 RN one ORT per case Charting: Epic Scrub Color: Navy blue Areas of Float Support: Operating Room Special Procedures: Endo, Surgery – heart, neuro, ortho, general
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Waxahachie, Texas – 75165
    Distance from Columbia: 519 miles
  • 10 D,
  • March 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,410 to $1,554
Weekly Pay*
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Waxahachie brings quality care to Ellis County, including Midlothian, Red Oak and surrounding communities with our 300,000 square-foot facility located at the intersection of I-35 and Highway 287 on 52 acres of land. As a not-for-profit hospital in Waxahachie, we are dedicated to serving everyone through exemplary healthcare, education, research and community service.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Saginaw, Michigan – 48601
    Distance from Columbia: 534 miles
  • 10 N,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,797 to $1,981
Weekly Pay*
This position is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient before and during a surgical procedure and maintains patient safety. The RN outlines individual care plans, implements, evaluates and documents care of the patient during surgical procedures. Provides leadership to the OR team. Communicates with the patient and family, OR team, supervisor, manager and ancillary departments. Participates in staff development through preceptorship and continuing education
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Detroit, Michigan – 48202
    Distance from Columbia: 540 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,773 to $1,954
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Zanesville, Ohio – 43701
    Distance from Columbia: 555 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 16
$1,957 to $2,156
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Austell, Georgia – 30106
    Distance from Columbia: 556 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,587 to $1,749
Weekly Pay*
The RN Clinical Periop Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Austell, Georgia – 30106
    Distance from Columbia: 556 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,587 to $1,749
Weekly Pay*
The RN Clinical Periop Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.
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Statistics on OR RN Jobs in Columbia, Missouri

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Columbia. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Columbia and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Columbia and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for RNs in Columbia, MO

What are the top paying Operating Room jobs currently available in or near Columbia?

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Columbia?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Columbia and surrounding areas.

How many Operating Room travel nursing jobs are available in Columbia?

There are currently 1 Operating Room travel nursing jobs available in Columbia. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Columbia and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Columbia can make an average of $1,718 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Columbia and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Columbia can make an average of $1,846 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Columbia?

  • Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach (60.5 miles from Columbia)
  • Hannibal Clinic in Hannibal (70.5 miles from Columbia)
  • University of Missouri Health Sciences Center in Columbia (1 miles from Columbia)
  • Central Ozarks Medical Center – Richland in Richland (75.5 miles from Columbia)
  • Curators Of The Univ. Of Missouri Dba Univ Of MO School Of Medicine in Columbia (1 miles from Columbia)

How much does an Operating Room travel nurse make on average in Columbia?

An Operating Room nurse in Columbia can make an average of $1,746 per week.

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Columbia?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Columbia is 13.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbia

In Columbia, facilities like Lake Regional Health System, Hannibal Clinic and University of Missouri Health Sciences Center, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Quarry Heights (zip code 65212), North Village (zip code 65215) and North Central Columbia (zip code 65215) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Columbia’s OR job opportunities are Moberly (32.7 miles), Sedalia (51.1 miles) and Osage Beach (59.4 miles). These are near to zip codes: 65212 (1 miles), 65270 (33 miles) and 65065 (60.5 miles).

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Columbia Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Columbia. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling OR nurse position in or nearby Columbia.

Boone Hospital Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1600 E Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201
Nearby Neighborhoods
North Village (65215), North Central Columbia (65215), Moores Switch (65215), Douglas Park (65218), Quarry Heights (65212)
Moberly Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Psychiatric
Address
1515 Union Avenue
Moberly, MO 65270
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.