Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,300 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) professional in a healthcare facility is sought for a position with a focus on supporting a variety of surgical procedures. The role involves on-call responsibilities with varied shifts, primarily during daytime hours, and requires the ability to operate independently after orientation. Candidates will perform tasks related to general surgery, neuro, spine and orthopedic, urology, eyes, and dental procedures, with necessary training provided on-site for eye and dental specialties. Proficiency in electronic documentation and reliable transportation are essential.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days, 8 hours per shift, minimum 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Certification required; completed ARN 101 training; ability to lift 25 lbs; standing long periods; proficient in English, both spoken and written; reliable transportation.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified OR technician (CAORN preferred).
• Additional Information: This position involves on-call duties typically lasting 16 hours on weekdays, with 24-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. Post-orientation, the candidate must work independently, supporting various surgical procedures including general, neuro, spine, orthopedic, urology, eye, and dental surgeries. On-site training will be provided for eye and dental procedures, and knowledge of Meditech electronic health record system will be taught during onboarding.

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 #1323362. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus