Travel OR RN

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

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• Duration:
  26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an Operating Room RN for a hospital surgical setting requiring at least 1 year of OR experience and a CA RN license in hand.

• Operating Room unit within a hospital setting
• Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• 26-week assignment length
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Handles general, pediatric, ENT, orthopedic, and thoracic surgical cases including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resection, hernia repair, tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy, myringotomy, total joint replacement, and VATS procedures
• Performs endoscopic procedures including colonoscopy and EGD
• Uses electrosurgical units and other OR equipment/instrumentation
• Provides PACU/recovery support
• Floating required between sister facilities within the state

• Active CA RN license required in hand at time of submission
• Minimum 1 year of Operating Room nursing experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, emergency management, code response, and fire safety required
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Must disclose any prior work history with the health system, including permanent, travel, or per-diem roles

• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 designated holidays:
  Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront during the application process; post-offer RTO requests may not be accommodated
• Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period, provided they reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate
• Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius unless applying under the local candidate policy
• First-time travelers are not preferred for this role
• Non-billable training modules must be completed prior to start and annually, averaging 16 hours

American Traveler Job  #P-749867. 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:
Travel RN
- Operating Room

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.