Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Santa Rosa, CA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,245/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Operating Room (OR) Nurse position is based in Santa Rosa, California. This role involves providing specialized perioperative care within a variety of surgical specialties including orthopedics, urology, general surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, podiatry, and pain management. Candidates are required to bring their California nursing license on the first day. The position offers mainly day shifts with variable scheduling, and candidates should be prepared for the possibility of floating between facilities as needed.
Job Details:
- Location: Santa Rosa, California
- Specialty: Operating Room (OR)
- Shift Hours: 10 hours per shift, mainly daytime with variable shifts
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
- Required Qualifications: California state nursing license (pending license accepted), 1 year perioperative experience, CPR/BLS certification, Epic charting experience, excellent procedural knowledge in various surgical specialties, valid SSN, DOB, and RTO documentation at the time of submission
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Epic Electronic Medical Records (EMR), specific charting experience in OR procedures, two references covering one year (or six months for CNAs) within the last three years
- Additional Information: Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities nearby your contracted facility. Refusal to float may result in termination of assignment or forfeiture of guaranteed hours. Willingness to work two out of the three major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year) is required.
- Certifications: BLS certification required
- Experience: 1 year in perioperative or surgical setting
- Schedule: Mainly 8:30 AM shifts with primarily day hours; variable shifts also possible
- Travel and Compliance: RTO restrictions of no more than 7 days; SSN, DOB, and RTO must be included at time of submission; references required covering the last 3 years; candidate must be willing to float within nearby facilities
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Santa Rosa, CA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Santa Rosa, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Santa Rosa is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and average winter lows are around 38°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Santa Rosa, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Santa Rosa is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited compared to larger cities.
- Santa Rosa is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen from surrounding vineyards.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Santa Rosa offers a vibrant culinary scene, with a variety of restaurants and wineries to explore.
- It also has a thriving arts and music community, and outdoor activities such as hiking and horseback riding are popular due to the Mediterranean climate.
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