Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,755 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The operating room (OR) nurse position is based in Castro Valley, California. This role involves providing specialized nursing care for surgical patients, including planning, managing, and coordinating perioperative treatments. Candidates are required to bring their California RN license on the first day. The position involves on-call responsibilities, with an on-site shift of 8 hours during days, a minimum of 40 hours per week, and scheduled every other weekend.

Job Details:

• Location: Castro Valley, California
• Shift Hours: 8 hours per day
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, CNOR, NIHSS, PALS; must be current and valid, with certifications uploaded with valid expiration dates
• Required Qualifications: California RN License; BLS and ACLS certifications; Epic charting system experience; 3+ years of nursing experience; 1 year of travel experience; active CA RN license; ability to handle various surgical procedures and emergencies
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience; Trauma Level I or II experience; community hospital experience; LTAC experience; prior experience with Epic EMR system; two references obtained within the last year
• Schedule: 8-hour days, minimum 40 hours per week, with on-call as needed and every other weekend coverage
• Additional Information: Travel experience of at least one year is preferred; candidates should be comfortable with a wide variety of surgical procedures ranging from vascular to trauma, gynecological, orthopedic, and general surgery; must adhere to OSHA Risk Category I (High Risk) protocols; compliance with vaccination requirements, including COVID-19 and flu vaccines, is necessary.

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 #1279872. 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: 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