Travel Nurse Infection Control RN Day Shift Job

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Oakland, California.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 10 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
Length: 10 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Pediatric OR RN with Trauma Level I experience for a 10-week travel contract at a children's hospital in Oakland, CA, requiring a CA RN license in hand.
Details
Pediatric Operating Room (OR) setting within a children's hospital
Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts; variable start times of either 6:45 AM or 8:45 AM based on department need
Schedule is Mon–Fri with occasional weekend shifts
Rotation of shift start times may vary week to week based on department need
Pediatric surgical patient population across a wide range of specialties including general surgery, orthopedics, neurology, urology, ENT, cardiovascular, craniofacial, and more
Epic EMR required
Floating may be required to other UC facilities within the region at any time during the assignment, provided qualifications are met
Requirements

• Active CA RN license currently in hand
• BSN required
• Active BLS and PALS certifications required
• CNOR certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of Pediatric General OR experience required
• Trauma Level I experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Prior experience in children's facility required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Preferred experience includes: Ambulatory OR, CVOR, General OR, Pedi CVOR, and Trauma settings
• Prior charge nurse experience preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level II experience preferred
• 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration

Additional Information
Scrub and circulating responsibilities across a broad range of pediatric surgical specialties
Key required skills include: infection control, laser safety, radiation safety, specimen handling/labeling, universal protocol (time out) procedure, urinary bladder catheterization, and administration of blood and blood products
Preferred skills include a wide range of procedural competencies across plastics, oral, neurology, orthopedics, cardiovascular, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, and more — a detailed skills checklist will be provided
Any previous employment with any University of California medical facility or affiliated/acquired facility must be disclosed with full employment history, dates, units, and manager names for a rehire eligibility check
Travel pairs are permitted but will generally not be placed on the same unit; married couples may not work on the same unit
Local candidates are accepted at the same rates as travel candidates
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
All RTO must be disclosed upfront; RTO requires manager approval and cannot be requested within the first two weeks of the assignment or mid-contract
Pre-start and annual modules are required; modules vary by unit and specialty
Holidays and coverage expectations are consistent with department scheduling needs
American Traveler Job ID #P-737155. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room - Pediatric OR
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.