Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,405 per week

Cross Country Nurses; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing ex

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking an OR Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in California. The nurse will provide assessment, coordination, and direct patient care in the operating room, while educating families and coordinating transitions of care within an acute setting.

The role requires California RN licensure, BLS, 2+ years telemetry, and perioperative experience. Night, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, with rotation and no on‑call.

Qualifications

• Valid California RN licensure and BLS certification.
• Minimum 2 years telemetry experience in perioperative or OR settings.
• Proficiency with Epic charting; community hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, coordination, and delivery of nursing care in the OR.
• Educate patients and families; coordinate transitions of care.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team; participate in rotating shifts.

Skills

RN

Telemetry experience

Perioperative experience

Education

California RN license

BLS (AHA) certification

Tools

Epic charting system

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Operating Room (OR) registered nurse position located in a healthcare facility. The role involves providing assessment, coordination, and delivery of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care within an acute setting. The OR nurse develops, implements, and coordinates individualized plans of care, fostering collaboration among patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members.

Job Details

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid California RN licensure, BLS (American Heart Association) certification, at least 2 years of telemetry experience, and experience working in perioperative or operating room settings. Candidates must be proficient with the Epic charting system and have previous community hospital experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Charge nurse experience and trauma level I or II experience are preferred.
• Additional Information: Candidates must complete labs within 3-5 days of contract signing. All compliance documents, including work history verification for the past 7 years and current certifications, are due 10 days prior to start. Orientation hours are 40. Candidates will be expected to work rotating shifts with no on‑call requirement.

Cross Country Job ID #1321823. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

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

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus