Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Eureka, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse position in Eureka, California. This role involves providing specialized perioperative care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the operating room environment. The position requires a dedicated healthcare professional with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced surgical setting, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 8-hour shift, minimum of 40 hours per week, starting on 09/08/2026
- Required Qualifications: Valid California license in hand; Certifications including ACLS, BLS, and PALS; 2 years of experience in the Operating Room specialty; experience with Epic charting system; background in adult, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patient care; experience with vascular, robotic, and neuro procedures is a plus.
- Preferred Qualifications: Well-rounded skillset with experience in vascular, robotic, and neuro surgery procedures.
- Float: Float rotation may be required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals.
- Additional Information:
- Candidates must be willing to work 2 out of the 3 major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year.
- Must include SSN, DOB, and RTO at the time of submission.
- Return staff policy is 3 months to return as traveler.
- References required: two references covering 1 year (6 months for CNAs) within the last 3 years, during the compliance process and prior to start.
- Travelers' refusal to float may result in termination of the assignment and/or forfeiture of guaranteed hours.
- Responsibility for submitting monthly cell phone bills, if applicable.
- Housing options should be explored in the area as options may be limited.
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 #1292262. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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