Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,765 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks an OR RN Circulator for a travel assignment in Arcata, CA. The role involves sterile prep and patient care during surgeries, with a guaranteed 40 hours per week on days. Start date 10/05/2026 for 13 weeks, in a fast-paced operating room setting.

Ideal candidates are CA-licensed circulators with BLS, TB clearance within 12 months, and at least 2 years of OR experience. Housing options available; travel reimbursement and benefits included.

Qualifications

• CA Licensed Circulating Nurse certification is required.
• BLS certification required.
• TB clearance within the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide sterile preparation and patient care during surgical procedures.
• Support surgical teams in the operating room while maintaining patient safety.
• Adhere to regulatory standards and hospital protocols.

Skills

2 years operating room experience

Education

CA Licensed Circulating Nurse certification

BLS certification

TB clearance (within 12 months)

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Arcata, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

OR - Operating RoomDiscipline:

RNStart Date:

10/05/2026Duration:

13 weeks40 hours per weekShift:

8 hours, daysEmployment Type:

Travel

Job Summary

Operating Room (OR) Circulator in Arcata, California. This position involves providing sterile preparation and patient care during surgical procedures within the operating room environment. The role offers a full-time schedule with guaranteed hours and requires a dynamic, detail-oriented healthcare professional to support surgical teams while maintaining high standards of patient safety and care.

Job Details

Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week

Required Qualifications

• CA Licensed Circulating Nurse certification
• BLS certification
• TB clearance within the last 12 months
• 2 years of experience in the operating room setting
• must be eligible to work in California
• and current license and certifications required

Preferred Qualifications

Preferably experience with OR procedures specific to the operating room specialty

Additional Information

Quick start position. Candidate submissions are limited to 0. The position is urgent, with a start date of 08/24/2026. Housing options include furnished accommodations listed on FurnishedFinder.com, travelnursehousing.com, or local classified listings in Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Blue Lake, Westhaven, and Samoa. A list of RV parks is available, and inquiries should be directed to Dianne in Human Resources at .

Benefits

Private housing or generous housing allowanceComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverageDependent health insurance with prescription coverageCompetitive salariesReferral bonusesTravel reimbursement401(k) retirement planDirect deposit/free checkingUnlimited free CE credits

Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.Benefits

Benefits

401k retirement planReferral bonus

Posted Date: 2026-08-22

Cross Country Job ID #1278744.