Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Kansas City for RNs

Find Top RN Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Kansas City, Missouri

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Kansas City, Missouri. 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 Kansas City’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Kansas City 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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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Springfield, Missouri – 65804
Distance from Kansas City: 148 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 Kansas City: 180 miles
10 N,
April 28, 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

Johnson, Arkansas – 72741
Distance from Kansas City: 206 miles
8 D,
April 21, 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

West Burlington, Iowa – 52655
Distance from Kansas City: 217 miles
12 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$2,010 to $2,215

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

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
Distance from Kansas City: 298 miles
8 D,
April 13, 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

Sioux Falls, South Dakota – 57105
Distance from Kansas City: 327 miles
8 D,
April 28, 2025
13

$1,957 to $2,157

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Lawton, Oklahoma – 73505
Distance from Kansas City: 375 miles
8 D,
April 10, 2025
13

$1,780 to $1,962

Weekly Pay*

The Circulating Nurse will be an RN. The Circulating Nurse is responsible for planning and organizing the care of the patient in the OR setting and acts as the Patient Advocate. The duties of the Circulating Nurse include, but are not limited to, the functions identified below. To provide guidance concerning the routine duties of the circulating nurse.

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Chicago, Illinois – 60631
Distance from Kansas City: 411 miles
8 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,618 to $1,783

Weekly Pay*

Busy OR Department performs open hearts, multiple medical and orthopedic surgeries amongst all surgical cases.

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Dallas, Texas – 75230
Distance from Kansas City: 454 miles
8 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,491 to $1,643

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Kingwood, Texas – 77339
Distance from Kansas City: 471 miles
12 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,560 to $1,720

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
Distance from Kansas City: 479 miles
12 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,702 to $1,876

Weekly Pay*

This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the Surgical 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

Scottsbluff, Nebraska – 69361
Distance from Kansas City: 514 miles
12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,939 to $2,137

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Fort Wayne, Indiana – 46804
Distance from Kansas City: 518 miles
10 D,
April 28, 2025
13

$1,471 to $1,621

Weekly Pay*

– 396 bed tertiary care facility located in Indiana’s second-largest city. Fort Wayne is a three-time All American City Award winner, consistently cited for high quality of life, low cost of living and warm Hoosier Hospitality. – Build your resume at our Level 2 Adult & Pediatric Trauma center, northern Indiana’s only heart and kidney transplant programs, an accredited bariatric surgery center, an accredited and commended community hospital cancer care program and a certified primary stroke center.

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Mexia, Texas – 76667
Distance from Kansas City: 524 miles
10 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,427 to $1,573

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

Lone Tree, Colorado – 80124
Distance from Kansas City: 551 miles
10 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,783 to $1,965

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Lone Tree, Colorado – 80124
Distance from Kansas City: 551 miles
10 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,022 to $1,127

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Denver, Colorado – 80218
Distance from Kansas City: 557 miles
12 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,707 to $1,881

Weekly Pay*

350 bed Level 4 Trauma Center. Unit sees Total Joints, spine, Transplants (kidney/Liver), Robotics, Vascular, ENT, Plastics

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Englewood, Colorado – 80113
Distance from Kansas City: 557 miles
10 D,
April 13, 2025

$1,675 to $1,846

Weekly Pay*

400 bed Level 1 Trauma center & certified Stroke center 8 time winner of the National Research Corporation Consumer Choice Award and a Top 100 Hospital recognized by Reuters

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Jackson, Michigan – 49201
Distance from Kansas City: 575 miles
12 D,
April 22, 2025
12

$1,938 to $2,136

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Birmingham, Alabama – 35209
Distance from Kansas City: 579 miles
12 D,
April 21, 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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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Chattanooga, Tennessee – 37404
Distance from Kansas City: 582 miles
10 E,
April 28, 2025
12

$2,470 to $2,722

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Estes Park, Colorado – 80517
Distance from Kansas City: 588 miles
10 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$2,271 to $2,503

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. As a valued member of this Operating Room (OR) unit, you can expect to care for patients with a wide range of conditions, even very complex cases. The respected members of this Operating Room (OR) unit are looking for a team-playing, compassionate RN to join their ranks. This position presents an excellent opportunity to provide optimal patient as a member of an elite team of caregivers. 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. This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of motivated and passionate physicians and nurses within the Operating Room (OR) unit. The ideal candidate will bring experience, innovation, and compassion to their position. If you a driven, committed RN, and are ready to join a caring staff within beautiful surroundings, this is the role for you! With a caregiving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the well regarded team members of this Operating Room (OR) unit seek a compassionate, driven RN to join their ranks. This environment is creative and patient-centric, providing a unique opportunity to work on complex cases with a dedicated team. Your expertise will be utilized to provide the best of patient care within this innovative Operating Room (OR) unit. Welcome to this outstanding Operating Room (OR) unit, whose innovative care teams deliver the best of themselves to their patients. Expect to work in an environment where compassionate care meets the latest in advanced technology. This role is perfect for passionate caregivers who seek to gain experience utilizing top-notch technology and patient care models. This Operating Room (OR) unit boasts the latest in cutting-edge technology in addition to a compassionate, efficient patient care model. This unit takes pride in providing all patients with comfortable, comprehensive experiences. If you are ready to join a caring staff within beautiful surroundings, and are experienced and passionate, this is the role for you! The highly regarded team members of this Operating Room (OR) unit seek caring, team-playing RN’s to join their ranks. As an addition to this esteemed team, you can expect to work with up-to-date, state of the art equipment. This role presents a unique opportunity to work on complex cases with a dedicated team within an innovative, patient-centric environment.

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Bismarck, North Dakota – 58501
Distance from Kansas City: 618 miles
8 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$2,458 to $2,709

Weekly Pay*

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room

Saginaw, Michigan – 48601
Distance from Kansas City: 627 miles
12 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,709 to $1,883

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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Statistics on OR RN Jobs in Kansas City, Missouri

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

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for RNs in Kansas City, MO

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

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

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Kansas City can make an average of $1,748 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Kansas City can make an average of $1,780 per week based on recent job availability data.

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

New Mark Dental Care in Kansas City (10.4 miles from Kansas City)
Kidney Associates of Kansas City PC in Kansas City (6.3 miles from Kansas City)
Golden Valley Memorial Hospital in Clinton (65.5 miles from Kansas City)
John Knox Village in Lees Summit
Diagnostic Imaging Centers PA in Kansas City (6.5 miles from Kansas City)

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

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

Recently Filled OR Jobs in & Near Kansas City

Curious to learn what kinds of OR jobs were recently filled in Kansas City and the benefits of travel nursing? Look no further. We’ve collected 8 of the most recently available RN OR travel jobs posted by healthcare facilities in or nearby to Kansas City. The most recent highest paying OR job in Kansas City was a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room job in Lees Summit with a weekly salary of $2,065, and a contract length of 12 weeks. The lowest paying Operating Room travel nurse position in Kansas City was a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room position in Kansas City with a weekly salary of $1,689, and a contract length of 13 weeks.

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