RN-Pediatrics Travel Nursing

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Preoperative for a travel nursing job in San Luis Obispo, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Preoperative
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Pre Op Registered Nurse Central California Coast. This position involves providing comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care to patients across various age groups, including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. The role requires technical proficiency, patient assessment, education, and discharge planning in a fast-paced environment within a healthcare facility.

Job Details

Location: Central California Coast

Position Description: Responsible for the pre and post operative/procedure care for patients with diverse healthcare needs and disease processes, including technical skills, equipment management, assessment, education, and discharge planning.

Certifications, Education, and Experience: Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalentRequired; Bachelor's Degree in NursingPreferred; completion of a basic cardiac arrhythmia classRequired; minimum 6 months experience in medical surgical nursing within the last 2 yearsPreferred; minimum of one year experience in pre and post op diagnostic catheterization laboratoryPreferred; current RN license in state of practiceRequired; Basic Life Support (BLS)Required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)Required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Required.

Schedule: Rotating shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.

Essential Functions: Recognize recurrent patient problems, symptoms, and behavioral changes; interpret ECG rhythms; manage care during emergencies; review medical data; delegate care tasks; develop multidisciplinary care plans; educate patients and families; complete accurate documentation; perform safety and quality checks.

Additional Information: The candidate must be able to identify symptoms of distress, demonstrate knowledge in patient care during post-operative phase two, and manage ECG rhythms and emergencies efficiently.

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 #1333713. 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 / Pre Op Registered Nurses

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