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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Wilkes-Barre for RNs

Find Top RN Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. We currently offer 1 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre’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 Nov 1, 2024, the average Operating Room travel nurse working in Wilkes-Barre and surrounding areas earned about $1,987 weekly. Today you can find OR jobs with a salary range from $1,775 per week. The Wilkes-Barre OR travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Wilkes-Barre proper like Wilkes-Barre Hospital Company, LLC with more facilities in nearby areas like Kingston, Hanover and Pittston to name a few.

Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre

We have 1 Operating Room jobs in Wilkes-Barre, PA and 3 Operating Room jobs in Pennsylvania, and 151 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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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania – 18764
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,775 to $1,956
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
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – 19140
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 97 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,434 to $1,580
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Cortlandt Manor, New York – 10567
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 104 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$2,374 to $2,616
Weekly Pay*
Superior facility with exclusive travel opportunities! This prestigious New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the prestigious 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most prestigious teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you. Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the US – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • New York, New York – 10065
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 104 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$2,418 to $2,665
Weekly Pay*
Superior facility with exclusive travel opportunities! This prestigious New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the prestigious 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most prestigious teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you. Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the US – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • New York, New York – 10032
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 104 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$2,418 to $2,665
Weekly Pay*
Superior facility with exclusive travel opportunities! This prestigious New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the prestigious 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most prestigious teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you. Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the US – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • New York, New York – 10034
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 104 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 8
$2,383 to $2,626
Weekly Pay*
Superior facility with exclusive travel opportunities! This prestigious New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the prestigious 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most prestigious teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you. Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the US – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Syracuse, New York – 13210
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 125 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 10, 2025
  • 3
$2,940 to $3,240
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
  • Syracuse, New York – 13210
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 125 miles
  • 8 E,
  • January 10, 2025
  • 13
$2,940 to $3,240
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
  • Norwalk, Connecticut – 06850
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 129 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$2,794 to $3,079
Weekly Pay*
Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed hospital that cares for patients, their loved ones and residents in Fairfield County, Connecticut and the surrounding New York Metropolitan area. Count on us, whether you need screenings, treatment, prevention services or outpatient care. Norwalk Hospital is an acute care, academic hospital that provides patients with the latest in medical, surgical and wellness services. From our Level II Trauma Center, Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence to advanced cancer, heart and neurosciences care–you’ll find the services you need. Our teams include top medical and surgical talent and we invest in technology and collaborate with leading doctors and scientists to bring top-notch services to Fairfield County.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Bridgeport, Connecticut – 06606
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 140 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,083 to $2,296
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
  • Albany, New York – 12208
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 146 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$2,089 to $2,302
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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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Albany, New York – 12208
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 146 miles
  • 10 D,
  • December 22, 2024
  • 13
$2,089 to $2,302
Weekly Pay*
We do complex Neuro cases, neuro navigation cases, spine both neuro and ortho, robotic cases in urology, gyn, general surgery, bariatrics, colorectal, thoracic and ENT; minimally invasive vascular and advanced open vascular, plastics minor and major, cardiac open and minimally invasive, ortho total joints minimally invasive and open, ortho trauma, pediatric minor and major including peds cardiac, urology, gyn
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Albany, New York – 12208
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 146 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 12, 2025
  • 26
$2,089 to $2,302
Weekly Pay*
We do complex Neuro cases, neuro navigation cases, spine both neuro and ortho, robotic cases in urology, gyn, general surgery, bariatrics, colorectal, thoracic and ENT; minimally invasive vascular and advanced open vascular, plastics minor and major, cardiac open and minimally invasive, ortho total joints minimally invasive and open, ortho trauma, pediatric minor and major including peds cardiac, urology, gyn
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 159 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 12
$2,544 to $2,803
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
  • Rochester, New York – 14621
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 159 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 12
$2,050 to $2,259
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
  • New Britain, Connecticut – 06052
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 163 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,978 to $2,180
Weekly Pay*
They need to be able to do xi robotics, larger Neuro/spine cases (crani, anterior approach, stealth etc.), Also trauma’s so large abdominal cases. At HOCC we do not have pod’s, everyone needs to be able to do everything.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • New Britain, Connecticut – 06052
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 163 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,978 to $2,180
Weekly Pay*
They need to be able to do xi robotics, larger Neuro/spine cases (crani, anterior approach, stealth etc.), Also trauma’s so large abdominal cases. At HOCC we do not have pod’s, everyone needs to be able to do everything.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Hartford, Connecticut – 06102
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 169 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,978 to $2,180
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
  • Hartford, Connecticut – 06102
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 169 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,978 to $2,180
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
  • Hartford, Connecticut – 06102
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 169 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,978 to $2,180
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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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Washington, District of Columbia – 20016
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 174 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,784 to $1,966
Weekly Pay*
Operating Room (OR) RN needed for 288 bed teaching hospital, a proud part of the Johns Hopkins Hospital System. For four consecutive years, readers of the Washington City Paper voted Sibley the best hospital in D.C. Sibley’s campus includes 200 fully private patient rooms with accommodations for visitors; 14 bed ICU; expanded medical oncology and inpatient oncology units; a new Women’s and Infant’s Services department, with 18 private special care nursery bassinets; orthopaedic unit with a dedicated rehabilitation gym
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Falls Church, Virginia – 22042
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 177 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 4, 2025
  • 14
$1,995 to $2,199
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
  • Alexandria, Virginia – 22304
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 180 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 26
$1,995 to $2,199
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
  • Watertown, New York – 13601
    Distance from Wilkes-Barre: 189 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$2,005 to $2,209
Weekly Pay*
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Statistics on OR RN Jobs in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

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

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for RNs in Wilkes-Barre, PA

What are the top paying Operating Room jobs currently available in or near Wilkes-Barre?

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Wilkes-Barre?

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

How many Operating Room travel nursing jobs are available in Wilkes-Barre?

There are currently 1 Operating Room travel nursing jobs available in Wilkes-Barre. 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 Wilkes-Barre and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Wilkes-Barre can make an average of $1,841 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 8 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Wilkes-Barre can make an average of $1,553 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Wilkes-Barre?

  • Lehigh Valley Hospital – Dickson City2 in Scranton
  • Lehigh Valley Hospital – Dickson City in Scranton (19.3 miles from Wilkes-Barre)
  • Geisinger CommunityCare Kistler in Hazleton (18.7 miles from Wilkes-Barre)
  • Hanover Hospital in Hanover (114.9 miles from Wilkes-Barre)
  • Lehigh Valley Hospital – Pocono (FKA Pocono Medical Center) in East Stroudsburg (40.8 miles from Wilkes-Barre)

How much does an Operating Room travel nurse make on average in Wilkes-Barre?

An Operating Room nurse in Wilkes-Barre can make an average of $1,793 per week.

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Wilkes-Barre?

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

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Wilkes-Barre

In Wilkes-Barre, facilities like Lehigh Valley Hospital – Dickson City2, Lehigh Valley Hospital – Dickson City and Geisinger CommunityCare Kistler, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Morgan Manor (zip code 18508) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Wilkes-Barre’s OR job opportunities are Kingston (1.4 miles), Hanover (6.7 miles) and Pittston (7.3 miles). These are near to zip codes: 18764 (1.1 miles), 18202 (18.7 miles) and 17815 (33.9 miles).

Wilkes-Barre Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Wilkes-Barre. 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 Wilkes-Barre.

Geisinger Health System
Shifts
6 D, 7 D, 8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 24, and 26
Address
100 North Academy Avenue
Danville, PA 17822
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 7, 11, and 8
Address
2100 Mack Blvd 1st Floor
Hazleton, PA 18103
Nearby Neighborhoods
Griesemersville (18105), Hanover Acres (18101), Midway Manor (18109), East Allentown (18101), Ritterville (18109)
Wilkes-Barre Hospital Company, LLC
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 9 D, 9 E, 9 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
575 North River Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18764
* 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.