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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Lexington for STs

Find Top ST Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Lexington, Kentucky

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

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for OR travel jobs in Lexington. The earliest start date in Lexington is Feb 16, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $1,730 per week. The latest start date for an OR job in Lexington is Feb 16, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $1,681 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Operating Room travel nurse job in Lexington including 13 weeks.

Lexington 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!

Search Top Paying Operating Room Jobs in or near Lexington

We have 5 Operating Room jobs in Kentucky, and 158 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.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40207
    Distance from Lexington: 72 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,570 to $1,730
Weekly Pay*
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40207
    Distance from Lexington: 72 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,525 to $1,681
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN or surg Tech 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
    Distance from Lexington: 87 miles
  • 10 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,772 to $1,953
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Bowling Green, Kentucky – 42104
    Distance from Lexington: 128 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,322 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to their team.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Bowling Green, Kentucky – 42104
    Distance from Lexington: 128 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,322 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to their team.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Jasper, Indiana – 47546
    Distance from Lexington: 136 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
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This outstanding unit is looking for the right person 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Greenville, Ohio – 45331
    Distance from Lexington: 146 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,968 to $2,169
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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Columbus, Ohio – 43213
    Distance from Lexington: 158 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 9, 2025
  • 13
$1,398 to $1,540
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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Lima, Ohio – 45804
    Distance from Lexington: 191 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,551 to $1,709
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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Lexington: 196 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,702 to $1,876
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed CardioVascular Operating Room (CVOR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its team. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Fort Wayne, Indiana – 46804
    Distance from Lexington: 220 miles
  • 10 E,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,315 to $1,449
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Fort Wayne, Indiana – 46804
    Distance from Lexington: 220 miles
  • 10 E,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,258 to $1,386
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Lexington: 233 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,361 to $1,500
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital: 355 beds Home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Center, and Level 3 NICU 32 bed ED, 29 bed inpatient rehab, 15 bed surgical suite & imaging Frye South Campus comprises of an 81 bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
    Distance from Lexington: 247 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,778 to $1,959
Weekly Pay*
500 bed teaching facility that serves as a regional referral center for comprehensive medical services.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Lexington: 248 miles
  • 10 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 12
$1,740 to $1,918
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Elyria, Ohio – 44035
    Distance from Lexington: 265 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 24, 2025
  • 53
$1,588 to $1,750
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Braselton, Georgia – 30517
    Distance from Lexington: 271 miles
  • 10 D,
  • February 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,552 to $1,711
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: General;Neuro/Spine;Ortho;OB/GYN;Plastics;Urology;Podiatry, Vascular, Robotics; Nurse to Patient Ratio: # of Beds: Charting: EPIC Scrub Color: Ceil Blue ; Areas of Float Support: Gainesville or Barrow OR Special Procedures:
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Braselton, Georgia – 30517
    Distance from Lexington: 271 miles
  • 10 D,
  • February 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,552 to $1,711
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: General;Neuro/Spine;Ortho;OB/GYN;Plastics;Urology;Podiatry, Vascular, Robotics; Nurse to Patient Ratio: # of Beds: Charting: EPIC Scrub Color: Ceil Blue ; Areas of Float Support: Gainesville or Barrow OR Special Procedures:
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Charlotte, North Carolina – 28210
    Distance from Lexington: 278 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 12
$1,309 to $1,443
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating Room unit, based in exciting Charlotte is looking for the right technician 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Cleveland, Ohio – 44106
    Distance from Lexington: 284 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,756 to $1,935
Weekly Pay*
We are an academic level 1 trauma center located in Cleveland OH.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Cleveland, Ohio – 44106
    Distance from Lexington: 284 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,413 to $1,557
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right professional 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Cleveland, Ohio – 44106
    Distance from Lexington: 284 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,413 to $1,557
Weekly Pay*
We are an academic level 1 trauma center located in Cleveland OH.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Austell, Georgia – 30106
    Distance from Lexington: 289 miles
  • 10 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,393 to $1,535
Weekly Pay*
The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Austell, Georgia – 30106
    Distance from Lexington: 289 miles
  • 8 D,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,393 to $1,535
Weekly Pay*
The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.
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Statistics on OR ST Jobs in Lexington, Kentucky

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

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for STs in Lexington, KY

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

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 8 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Lexington and surrounding areas.

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

A: A 8 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Lexington can make an average of $1,666 per week based on recent job availability.

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

  • University of Kentucky Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Lexington-Fayette (5.4 miles from Lexington)
  • Signify – Kentucky in Frankfort (25.8 miles from Lexington)
  • UK Family and Community Medicine – Georgetown in Georgetown
  • University of Kentucky Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Lexington-Fayette (3.4 miles from Lexington)
  • University of Kentucky Department of Family and Community Medicine in Lexington (4.2 miles from Lexington)

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

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Lexington is 8.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Lexington

In Lexington, facilities like University of Kentucky Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Signify – Kentucky and UK Family and Community Medicine – Georgetown, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Paynes (zip code 40504), Van Meter (zip code 40510) and Elkhorn Parks (zip code 40505) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Lexington’s OR job opportunities are Lexington-Fayette (4.3 miles), Nicholasville (9.1 miles) and Versailles (14.4 miles). These are near to zip codes: 40504 (4.2 miles), 40504 (5.4 miles) and 40601 (25.8 miles).

Lexington Hospitals With OR Departments

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

Frankfort Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
299 King’s Daughters Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
* 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.