Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,510 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Templeton This position involves performing professional nursing functions including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care within the specialty of surgery. The role includes functioning as a Scrub Technician when needed, coordinating and delegating patient care, and ensuring compliance with established nursing standards. The position is represented by CNA and offers an exciting opportunity to work in a serene community setting.

Job Details

• Location: Templeton
• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Graduate of a school of nursing; current RN license in the state of practice; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from approved vendor within 3 months of hire; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from approved vendor within 3 months of hire; Six or more months of relevant Operating Room (OR) experience
• Essential functions include: meeting personal needs of patients, participating in Lean Daily Management practices, working as part of a team, maintaining privacy and confidentiality, documentation, following infection control guidelines, obtaining history and physical assessments, recognizing emergency signs, administering medications, and completing education and competencies.
• Additional information: The role requires adherence to infection control, accurately documenting patient care, and assisting in discharge planning. The RN will contribute to staff training, participate in staff meetings, and adapt to changing environment and workflow.
• Probationary or float requirements: Float rotation may be required.

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 #1333483. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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