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: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room Nurse San Luis Obispo, California. This position involves assisting surgeons and anesthesiologists, coordinating equipment, supplies, and staff during surgical procedures, and ensuring patient safety throughout the perioperative phase. The role also includes participation in patient care planning, assessment, and nursing treatment, with a focus on maintaining aseptic techniques and patient safety standards. The position is represented by CNA.

Job Details

• Location: San Luis Obispo, California
• Schedule: Day/Evening shifts, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week. Schedule and start times rotate.
• Required Qualifications: Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. At least 2 years of full-time experience in the operating room. Current RN license in California. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from an approved vendor.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR). Previous experience in Orthopedic, Neuro, and Trauma cases.
• Essential Functions: Competent to circulate during surgical procedures, apply aseptic techniques, operate OR equipment, prepare patients for surgery, and handle biohazardous materials. Ability to access facility information systems and perform patient care assessment and planning. Knowledge of emergency preparedness and safety protocols related to patient security, medical equipment, and environment of care.
• Additional Information: The position involves documentations related to tissue temperature and package integrity, perioperative patient care, and unit maintenance activities such as chart auditing, restocking, and training. Candidates must comply with vaccination requirements and participate in E-Verify. Call responsibilities include at least one night and one weekend per week, possibly more based on operational needs.

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