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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Joplin for RNs

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

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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Springfield, Missouri – 65807
    Distance from Joplin: 68 miles
  • 8 D,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 10
$2,232 to $2,460
Weekly Pay*
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Joplin: 201 miles
  • 8 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$1,977 to $2,179
Weekly Pay*
Level 1 Trauma Center Teaching Hospital
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Joplin: 201 miles
  • 8 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$1,977 to $2,179
Weekly Pay*
Level 1 Trauma Center Teaching Hospital
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Joplin: 201 miles
  • 10 D,
  • May 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,800 to $1,984
Weekly Pay*
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. -Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. -Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. -Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. -Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. -Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. -Delivers patient care competently. -Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. -Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. -Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. -Delegates tasks to support staff.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Joplin: 201 miles
  • 10 D,
  • May 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,800 to $1,984
Weekly Pay*
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. -Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. -Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. -Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. -Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. -Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. -Delivers patient care competently. -Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. -Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. -Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. -Delegates tasks to support staff.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Joplin: 201 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,695 to $1,867
Weekly Pay*
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. -Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. -Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. -Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. -Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. -Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. -Delivers patient care competently. -Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. -Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. -Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. -Delegates tasks to support staff.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Joplin: 201 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,695 to $1,867
Weekly Pay*
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. -Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. -Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. -Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. -Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. -Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. -Delivers patient care competently. -Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. -Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. -Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. -Delegates tasks to support staff.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Omaha, Nebraska – 68114
    Distance from Joplin: 298 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 9, 2025
  • 13
$1,864 to $2,054
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.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • West Burlington, Iowa – 52655
    Distance from Joplin: 315 miles
  • 10 D,
  • May 27, 2025
  • 13
$2,399 to $2,643
Weekly Pay*
Assists in operations under the supervision of physicians, registered nurses and other surgical personnel. Responsible for creating and maintaining the sterile field. Prepares the operating room by collecting needed supplies and equipment, passes instruments and other supplies to surgeons. Functions within the sterile field. Provides high quality care to the following surgical patient populations: Patient of any age undergoing surgical procedures in the following specialties: ENT, General, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Pain Management, Ophthalmology, Urology, OB/Gynecology and Endoscopy procedures. Procedures daily 20-25. We staff 2-3 staff per room, depending on the complexity of the procedure. Responsible for first and second scrubbing. Service lines in order of highest volume to lowest. General Orthopedic C-Sections OB/GYN ENT Urology Podiatry
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • West Burlington, Iowa – 52655
    Distance from Joplin: 315 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$2,020 to $2,226
Weekly Pay*
Assists in operations under the supervision of physicians, registered nurses and other surgical personnel. Responsible for creating and maintaining the sterile field. Prepares the operating room by collecting needed supplies and equipment, passes instruments and other supplies to surgeons. Functions within the sterile field. Provides high quality care to the following surgical patient populations: Patient of any age undergoing surgical procedures in the following specialties: ENT, General, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Pain Management, Ophthalmology, Urology, OB/Gynecology and Endoscopy procedures. Procedures daily 20-25. We staff 2-3 staff per room, depending on the complexity of the procedure. Responsible for first and second scrubbing. Service lines in order of highest volume to lowest. General Orthopedic C-Sections OB/GYN ENT Urology Podiatry
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Kingwood, Texas – 77339
    Distance from Joplin: 342 miles
  • 10 D,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,754 to $1,933
Weekly Pay*
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Kingwood, Texas – 77339
    Distance from Joplin: 342 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 26, 2025
  • 13
$1,578 to $1,739
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Nacogdoches, Texas – 75965
    Distance from Joplin: 379 miles
  • 8 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,957 to $2,156
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: # of Beds: Nurse to Patient Ratio: Charting: Scrub Color: Areas of Float Support: Special Procedures:
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Waterloo, Iowa – 50702
    Distance from Joplin: 391 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 2, 2025
  • 16
$1,862 to $2,052
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.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Alexandria, Louisiana – 71301
    Distance from Joplin: 416 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,783 to $1,965
Weekly Pay*
300+ bed Level 2 Trauma center & certified Stroke center Central LA, about 2 hours each to Baton Rouge & Shreveport
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Alexandria, Louisiana – 71301
    Distance from Joplin: 416 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,678 to $1,849
Weekly Pay*
300+ bed Level 2 Trauma center & certified Stroke center Central LA, about 2 hours each to Baton Rouge & Shreveport
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota – 57105
    Distance from Joplin: 461 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 9, 2025
  • 13
$2,908 to $3,205
Weekly Pay*
Avera is an integrated health system based in Sioux Falls, SD. Avera serves South Dakota and surrounding areas of Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska and North Dakota through six regional centers in Aberdeen, Mitchell, Pierre, Sioux Falls and Yankton, SD, and Marshall, MN. No matter where you choose to work and live, bring your expertise to Avera’s patient-centered and service-oriented environment. Join us in providing compassionate nursing care in a true team environment — and work alongside expert physicians and surgeons. At Avera, we provide nationally recognized care. We’re proud of the many awards and honors we’ve earned.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota – 57105
    Distance from Joplin: 461 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 9, 2025
  • 13
$2,708 to $2,985
Weekly Pay*
Avera is an integrated health system based in Sioux Falls, SD. Avera serves South Dakota and surrounding areas of Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska and North Dakota through six regional centers in Aberdeen, Mitchell, Pierre, Sioux Falls and Yankton, SD, and Marshall, MN. No matter where you choose to work and live, bring your expertise to Avera’s patient-centered and service-oriented environment. Join us in providing compassionate nursing care in a true team environment — and work alongside expert physicians and surgeons. At Avera, we provide nationally recognized care. We’re proud of the many awards and honors we’ve earned.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Meridian, Mississippi – 39301
    Distance from Joplin: 464 miles
  • 8 D,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,851 to $2,040
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual 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.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Opelousas, Louisiana – 70570
    Distance from Joplin: 474 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,527 to $1,683
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.
travel
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Elgin, Illinois – 60123
    Distance from Joplin: 477 miles
  • 8 D,
  • May 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,748 to $1,926
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.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Round Rock, Texas – 78681
    Distance from Joplin: 489 miles
  • 10 D,
  • May 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,760 to $1,940
Weekly Pay*
155 bed Level 2 Trauma center located 20 miles north of Austin The hospital received received the Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence from Healthgrades and also earned a national distinction for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Round Rock, Texas – 78681
    Distance from Joplin: 489 miles
  • 8 D,
  • May 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,760 to $1,940
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Operating Room (OR) is looking for the right new member to join their team. 40 bed surgical hospital specializing in orthopedic, neurological, bariatric, gynecological and urological surgery, among others. Located in North Austin, the facility includes 10 OR suites and a six-bed intensive care unit (ICU).
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Mitchell, South Dakota – 57301
    Distance from Joplin: 494 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 9, 2025
  • 13
$2,889 to $3,183
Weekly Pay*
Across the Avera system, including Avera Queen of Peace, you benefit from evidence-based care, a strong focus on your safety and comfort while you stay with us, and the best possible outcomes from your particular situation. In addition, you’re assured of outstanding care from the experts at Avera Queen of Peace because the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) shows we meet or exceed national standards on quality measures related to heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, surgical care, emergency care and stroke care.
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Statistics on OR RN Jobs in Joplin, Missouri

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Joplin. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Joplin 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 Joplin and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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

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

  • Registered Nurse – OR with a per week salary of $2,460, a 10 weeks duration, for a 8 D in Springfield (67.5 miles away)

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

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

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Joplin can make an average of $1,664 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Joplin can make an average of $1,772 per week based on recent job availability data.

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

  • Mercy Hospital Joplin in Joplin
  • Northwest Medical Center Of Benton County in Bentonville (52 miles from Joplin)

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

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

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Joplin

In Joplin, facilities like Mercy Hospital Joplin, all offer OR departments.

Other popular cities near Joplin’s OR job opportunities are Webb City (5.1 miles), Neosho (16.9 miles) and Lamar (31.2 miles). These are near to zip codes: 72712 (52 miles).

Joplin Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Joplin. 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 Joplin.

Mercy Hospital Aurora
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
First Assist Surgical Technology Nursing, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, and Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology
Address
500 Porter Ave
Aurora, MO 65605
Mercy Hospital Joplin
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
100 Mercy Way
Joplin, MO 64804
* 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.