Pediatric Operating Room RN
Oakland, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,710/weekOverview
- Start Date12/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Registered Nurse Pediatric Operating Room Oakland. This position provides perioperative nursing care for pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary surgical environment. The role supports a broad range of pediatric surgical services, including neurology, orthopedics, otolaryngology, urology, plastics, ophthalmology, cardiac, general surgery, gastrointestinal, hematology/oncology, and dental procedures.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: California registered nurse license; Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Basic Life Support (BLS); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); strong pediatric general operating room experience; Level I trauma experience; teaching hospital experience; and required electronic health record experience using Epic.
- Preferred Qualifications: Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification; ambulatory operating room, cardiovascular operating room, general operating room, pediatric cardiovascular operating room, and trauma experience; previous charge experience; and community hospital experience.
- Schedule: Day shift with 12-hour shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week; Monday through Friday with some weekend coverage and flexibility based on staffing needs.
- Additional Information: The pediatric operating room includes 11 surgical suites and two procedural rooms. Clinical services include neurology, orthopedics and spine, otolaryngology, urology, plastics, ophthalmology, dental, cardiac, general surgery, gastrointestinal, and hematology/oncology procedures. COVID-19 vaccination with booster is required, with medical or religious exemptions permitted.
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
12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars
Cons
None
Recommends 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 Oakland, CA
As a Travel Pediatric Operating Room Nurse in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
- Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.
- Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
- Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.
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