Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/15/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Operating Room (OR) Nursing Location: Not Specified. This position involves providing comprehensive perioperative nursing care within the operating room setting. The role requires collaboration with surgical teams to ensure safe and efficient patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. The clinical nurse will utilize evidence-based practices to support patient safety, comfort, and recovery throughout the perioperative process.
Job Details:
Schedule: Days shift hours, 10 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license, current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university is preferred. No minimum experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in operating room nursing or perioperative care is advantageous.
Additional Information: The role involves maintaining a sterile environment, assisting with surgical procedures, monitoring patient vitals, and implementing safety protocols. The position requires rapid problem-solving skills and the ability to respond appropriately to emergent situations. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills to support optimal patient outcomes.
Start Date: 09/15/2026
End Date: 12/14/2026
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 #1314006. Pay package is based on 10 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
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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Clinical Nursingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Operating Room Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Safetyunmatched
Perioperative Nursingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Surgical Proceduresunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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