Travel Contract

OR RN
Sacramento, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,894/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date11/23/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care523 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,894/week

Description

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
  • Hours: 40 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN with CA licensure and prior travel assignment experience required for a 13-week contract.

Details

  • Operating Room unit in a hospital setting
  • Day shift schedule, 5x8-hour shifts (6:30-15:00 or 10:30-19:00)
  • Supports a wide range of surgical specialties including gynecology, orthopedics, neurology, vascular, general surgery, urology, robotics, and ENT procedures
  • Utilizes Epic charting system
  • Experience with Da Vinci Robotics and various surgical equipment preferred

Requirements

  • Active CA RN license required
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
  • Minimum of 3 years of OR nursing experience required, 5 years preferred
  • Prior travel nursing experience required
  • Epic EMR experience required
  • 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required

Additional Information

  • Provide perioperative nursing care across a broad range of surgical specialties and procedures
  • Follows Universal Protocol (time-out) procedures and infection control standards
  • Trained in emergency management including code response, fire safety, and malignant hyperthermia protocols
  • Max RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
  • Holiday coverage required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
  • Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing
  • 7-year work history verification required for all candidates
  • Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at local rate
  • Returning employees must have a 1-year separation before returning as a traveler
American Traveler Job ID #P-775395. 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: Travel RN - Operating Room

Facility

Sutter Medical Center

4.3rating(19 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Sutter Medical Center

Anonymous
Anonymous
Pediatric Hematology / Oncology (RN)
Contract Position
5.0rating

Pros

Traveler friendly, unionized in CA, decent staffing, easy drive to SF or Napa

Cons

None

Review of Sutter Medical Center on Jun 2, 2026
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 523 beds
ADDRESS2825 Capitol AvenueSacramento, CA 95816
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Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(130 reviews)

85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

Frank I
Frank I
ED - Emergency Department (RN)
5.0rating

Pros

Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.

Cons

No cons

Review of Savannah Albrecht on Oct 1, 2026

Recommends working with American Traveler

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About

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.

Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,214–4,598/week
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About Sacramento, CA

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
  • Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
  • Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
  • Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
  • Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
  • Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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