Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,845 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in a healthcare facility setting. This position involves providing specialized perioperative nursing care during surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment, ensuring patient safety and adherence to clinical protocols. The role requires experienced OR nurses to support a diverse caseload, including both general and specialized surgeries.

Job Details

• Location: The healthcare provider seeks an OR Nurse with a valid California license, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a surgical or hospital setting.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, CNOR, NIHSS, and travel experience required.
• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, from 6:45 AM to 5:15 PM, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Call rotation after hours and on weekends is required, with two weekend 24-hour call shifts per month.
• Responsibilities: Assisting with Abdominal/Vaginal hysterectomy, Blood & blood product administration, Arthroscopy, Bunionectomy, C-sections, Cardiac Monitoring, Cataract extraction, Cholecystectomy, Fracture reduction, Colon resection, Emergency response, Gynecological procedures, Laparoscopic assisted surgeries, Open reduction of fractures, Trauma procedures, Wound management, and more.
• Additional information: Experience with Epic electronic medical records and previous charge nurse experience preferred. Must complete required onboarding modules, work history verification, and submit all compliance documents at least 10 days prior to start date.
• Submittal: Candidates must upload valid licensure and certifications, along with two references obtained within the last year.

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 #1333653. 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