Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,980 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: 06/17/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking an Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Palo Alto, California. The Clinical Nurse (CN) provides direct patient care within the scope of the California Nursing Practice Act, adhering to hospital policies and standards of practice. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment. This role involves collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver safe, evidence-based perioperative care in a dynamic setting.

Job Details:

• Location: Palo Alto, California
• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: California Registered Nurse (CA-RN) license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred, current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, effective communication skills in English, zero to one year of experience
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The Clinical Nurse in the operating room creates a healing environment by providing emotional support, assessing patient needs, and executing safety protocols. The role includes preparing patients for surgery, assisting during procedures, teaching pre- and post-operative care, and participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.

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 #1270331. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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