Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,950 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: 08/03/2026
• 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 the flow of equipment, supplies, and staff during surgical procedures, and ensuring patient safety throughout the perioperative phase. The role includes participation in patient care planning, assessment, and nursing treatment, with a focus on maintaining aseptic technique and handling all equipment and materials safely.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating shift, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week, with call at least 1 night per week and 1 weekend per schedule. Shift start times rotate.
• Required Qualifications: Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalent, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred), current RN license in California (Required), minimum of 2 years full-time operating room experience (Required), Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (Preferred), ACLS certification (Required).
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR), additional experience in orthopedic, neurological, or trauma settings.
• Essential Functions: Competent in circulating during surgical procedures, applying aseptic technique, operating all routine OR equipment, preparing patients for surgery including anatomical positioning, performing patient care assessments, handling biohazardous materials safely, accessing facility information systems, and managing emergency and safety procedures as outlined in the environment of care plan.
• Additional Information: The position is represented by CNA. The facility requires all associates to receive mandated vaccinations unless exempted. The assignment begins on 08/03/2026 at the specified location.

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 #1259465. 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