Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,625 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Clinical Nurse, Operating Room: Provides hands-on nursing care through evidence-based assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized patient care. The position coordinates with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team while supporting patient education, safety, recovery, and quality nursing practice.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications: Current California Registered Nurse (CA-RN) license; current American Heart Association (AHA) certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers; ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university.
• Schedule: Day shift, 10-hour shifts, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Responsibilities include assessing patients, interpreting clinical data, developing and evaluating plans of care, implementing nursing and medical interventions, coordinating care, educating patients and families, responding to emergency situations, supporting patient and employee safety, prioritizing and delegating tasks, collaborating with the healthcare team, contributing to staff development, and maintaining current nursing knowledge and professional practice standards. Assignment dates are 11/16/2026 through 05/17/2027.

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

Posted Date: 2026-11-04

Cross Country Job ID #1312538. Pay package is based on 10 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