Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,595 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in San Luis Obispo, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR RN for a Surgery position requiring Ortho, Neuro, and Trauma experience, with mandatory call responsibilities.

Details

• Hospital operating room setting, Surgery department
• Day/Evening shifts, 5x8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday with rotating schedules and start times between 0600 and 2030
• On-call is mandatory, with a minimum of 1 night per week and 1 weekend per schedule block, with potential for additional call based on facility need

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (all American Heart Association)
• Minimum 3 years of OR specialty experience required
• Experience in Orthopedic, Neurological, and Trauma surgery required
• Active, unrestricted license with no prior hits or restrictions
• Two supervisor references required: one from within the past year and one from within the past two years
• Date of birth, middle name, and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must have worked in the OR specialty within the last 3 months to be considered
• RTO is limited to a maximum of 5 days for this assignment
• OR-specific skills checklist completed within the past year is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-728831. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.