Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,850 per week

Cross Country Nurses 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: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room Nurse in San Luis Obispo, California. This position involves assisting surgeons and anesthesiologists, coordinating equipment, supplies, and staff during surgical procedures, and ensuring patient safety throughout the perioperative phase. The role supports patient care planning, assessment, and nursing treatment in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Job Details

• Position: Operating Room Nurse
• Location: San Luis Obispo, California
• Schedule: Rotating shift, 8 hours per shift, minimum 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice; Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred); Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from approved vendor (preferred); at least 1 year of full-time experience in the operating room
• Essential Functions: Competent to circulate in the Operating Room during surgical procedures; knowledgeable of aseptic technique principles; capable of operating routine surgical equipment; able to prepare patients for surgery with proper anatomical positioning; perform pre-, intra-, and post-procedure patient care planning and assessment; handle and dispose of biohazardous materials safely; access facility information systems for patient care information; ensure safety, security, emergency preparedness, and proper waste control; document tissue temperature and package integrity, and handle other associated duties as assigned.
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS required; CNOR preferred.
• Additional Information: Must have Epic experience.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1331494. 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

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus