Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,705 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Santa Monica, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a 13-week travel contract at an acute care hospital in California, requiring at least 2 years of OR experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Main Operating Room (OR) unit in an acute care hospital setting
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (10:30–23:00)
• On-call is required: 2 primary weekday calls (22:30–06:00) and 2 secondary weekday calls (22:30–06:00) per 6-week call cycle
• Weekend on-call also required: 2 primary and 2 secondary weekend calls, one day/12-hour at a time (06:30–19:00 or 18:30–06:00), Saturday and/or Sunday
• Charting is done in Epic (experience required)
• Travelers are expected to float between all facilities within the state — refusal to float may result in assignment termination

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required (no pending licenses accepted)
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• At least 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Former permanent employees of the Providence health system must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must not reside within 50 miles of the facility
• Scrubs are provided for OR nurses
• RTO must be submitted upfront — minimal RTO is strongly preferred
• Parking is available on-site for a fee (hang-tag or keycard options) or at an offsite location for a reduced rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-728457. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

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.