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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Bakersfield, California. This position involves delivering high-quality nursing care within the surgical setting, managing perioperative patient needs, and collaborating with the surgical team to ensure safety and optimal outcomes. The role requires supervision and coordination of nursing staff while adhering to established standards and protocols.
Job Details:
Schedule: Day shift from 6:30AM to 5:00PM, with on-call responsibilities every 6 weeks including 2-3 weekday and 1-2 weekend, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN); Operating Room (OR) specialty experience preferred; Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice; AHA-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or American Red Cross (ARC)-ACLS certification; AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS certification.
Preferred Qualifications: Operating Room (OR) specialty experience; additional certifications relevant to perioperative nursing are a plus.
Additional Information: The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting patient health data, developing and implementing surgical care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, participating in discharge planning, and delegating duties appropriately within the surgical environment.
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
Cross Country Job ID # . Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room
About 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.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
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Worksite address
bakersfield, CA, 93399, US
Who can apply
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