At Favorite Healthcare Staffing, we partner with hospitals and surgical centers in Fairbanks to place skilled operating room RNs in roles that match their experience and career goals. Favorite is a leading nursing agency that pairs every operating room RN with a dedicated recruiter who handles credentialing, licensing, and placement from start to finish. 

We recruit for a wide range of career options, including travel, contract, per diem, and permanent positions.

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RN operating room jobs in Fairbanks

Favorite is currently recruiting OR RNs to work in Fairbanks, AK:

Operating Room Contract

Registered Nurse

Fairbanks, AK
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Why work with an RN operating room agency in Fairbanks?

As a dedicated RN operating room agency, Favorite assigns you a recruiter who manages your entire job search, from matching you with the right Fairbanks facility to coordinating licensing, credentialing, and travel logistics if you’re relocating to Alaska.

This matters more in Fairbanks than in most markets. Alaska is not currently a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so even nurses with a multistate license elsewhere need an Alaska-specific RN license before they can start work. Favorite’s recruiters walk OR RNs through that process so it doesn’t delay your start date.

Find a job that fits your lifestyle and career ambitions

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Local contract

If you’re an OR RN looking to work contract jobs, these roles let you gain valuable surgical experience at Fairbanks facilities. You’ll be employed to work set assignments, which can run up to several months.

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Permanent placement

As an operating room RN in a permanent role, you’ll be directly employed by a Fairbanks hospital or surgical center. At Favorite, we help match perioperative nurses with these long-term positions, making relocation and onboarding easier.

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Per diem

Per diem operating room RN jobs give you full control over your schedule. Pick up OR shifts in Fairbanks when it suits you, and earn a premium hourly rate for your flexibility and surgical expertise.

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Travel

Travel RN operating room jobs let you work 8–13 week assignments in Fairbanks, often with some of the strongest pay packages given the remote location and high demand. Packages can include housing support and day-one benefits.

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Benefits of searching for RN operating room jobs with Favorite

Favorite offers exclusive OR RN assignments in Fairbanks and great benefits designed to help operating room nurses achieve their career goals.

We offer benefits that go beyond the basics, such as continuing education programs, comprehensive insurance options, referral bonuses, and DailyPay. To make things even easier, our mobile app, Mobilize, lets you apply for jobs, manage your schedule, and track your pay, all from your phone.

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

Mobilize, powered by Favorite Healthcare Staffing

401k and Roth retirement plans

Continuing Education Reimbursement Program

Early access to wages with DailyPay

Favorite's referral bonus program

Applying has never been easier

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Applying with Favorite Healthcare Staffing is as easy as 1-2-3. Through our simple process, we'll help you find the job of your dreams. Let's begin your journey today! 

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Submit your application 

Apply directly to the operating room RN job you’re interested in. Whether you’re exploring your options or know your next career move, we’ll help you take the next step forward.

2

Connect with a recruiter

You’ll be matched with one of Favorite’s expert recruiters. They’ll take the time to understand what you want to achieve, including any Alaska licensing steps, and support you through the hiring process.

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Step into your next role

Once you’ve found the perfect role, we’ll work with you to finalize the details. Our team will guide you through onboarding, answer any questions, and ensure you’re prepared for your first day in Fairbanks.

Average RN operating room salary in Fairbanks

OR RN pay varies depending on your placement type, facility, and years of perioperative experience. Here’s a breakdown across the main job types Favorite offers in Fairbanks, though individual job listings will always include the exact pay for that role: 

Permanent operating room RN jobs

$60,000–$120,000 per year. Fairbanks and other Alaska markets often sit above national averages given the state’s cost of living and remote-area demand. 

Travel RN operating room jobs

Weekly packages typically range from $2,300–$3,500 per week with Fairbanks’ remote location and ongoing OR nurse demand often supporting premium rates. 

Per diem operating room RN jobs

$50–$75 per hour, depending on facility type and shift. 

Your Favorite recruiter will always walk you through the full pay package before you commit to any role.

 

RN operating room jobs in Fairbanks FAQs

Is Alaska a compact state?

No. Alaska is not currently part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so RNs need an Alaska-specific license to work in Fairbanks, even if they hold a multistate license issued elsewhere. Favorite’s recruiters help OR RNs navigate the Alaska Board of Nursing licensing process so it doesn’t hold up your start date.

What are the day-to-day responsibilities of an operating room RN?

The day-to-day responsibilities of an OR RN typically include:

  • Preparing the operating room and surgical equipment before procedures
  • Monitoring patients before, during, and after surgery
  • Assisting surgeons and anesthesia teams during procedures
  • Maintaining a sterile field and following infection control protocols
  • Managing surgical instruments and supplies
  • Documenting care accurately throughout each procedure

How will I get paid with Favorite?

Favorite pays employees on a weekly cadence through direct deposit or paper check. This applies to operating room RNs unless the facility you work at chooses to pay on a bi-weekly schedule.

How long does the hiring process take?

Although it varies by situation, the time from submitting your application to receiving an OR RN job offer can be as short as 24 to 48 hours. Because Alaska is not a compact state, the licensing and credentialing process for Fairbanks roles may take longer than in compact states, so it’s worth starting that process early.

In which Fairbanks facilities do you place RN operating room jobs?

Favorite places operating room RNs across a range of Fairbanks facilities, including:

  • Hospital surgical departments
  • Ambulatory surgery centers
  • Specialty surgical clinics

Not sure which setting suits you? Talk to one of our recruiters, and they’ll match you to the environment that fits your skills and lifestyle.