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Operating Room Per Diem Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top OR Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 6 of the best available OR nurse travel jobs in the state. California OR travel jobs are currently available in cities like Baldwin Park, Lakewood and Fountain Valley. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Currently, you can find OR jobs in California with a salary range between $42 to $73 per hour. The city with the highest paying OR job in California currently is Fountain Valley with a position for a Operating Room Nurse (OR RN) at $45 per hour.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find OR travel nursing work in. UCI Health – Lakewood in Lakewood and Kaiser Permanente – Baldwin Park Medical Center in Baldwin Park all have OR departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for OR travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Apr 1, 2025 for a Operating Room Nurse (OR RN) role at $73 per hour. The latest start date for an job in California is Apr 1, 2025 for a Operating Room Nurse (OR RN) role at $45 per hour. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for an Operating Room travel nurse job in California.

California is a popular place to work for OR travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in California with Per Diem Operating Room Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 6 Operating Room jobs in California and 28 Operating Room jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Baldwin Park, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Baldwin Park.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Baldwin Park, California – 91706
  • 8 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$68 to $73
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Baldwin Park, California – 91706
  • 8 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$68 to $73
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
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Highest Paying Jobs in Lakewood, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Lakewood.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Lakewood, California – 90712
  • 8 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$50 to $54
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Need (2) OR RNs — 8-hour shifts Monday – Friday —- Must have experience with Ortho, and neuro, experience is a plus. The unit also does Robotics, Hearts, Urology, Vascular, and General Surgery. 
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Lakewood, California – 90712
  • 8 E,
  • April 1, 2025
$50 to $54
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Lakewood, California – 90712
  • 8 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$50 to $54
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Need (2) OR RNs — 8-hour shifts Monday – Friday —- Must have experience with Ortho, and neuro, experience is a plus. The unit also does Robotics, Hearts, Urology, Vascular, and General Surgery. 
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Highest Paying Jobs in Fountain Valley, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Fountain Valley.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Fountain Valley, California – 92708
  • 12 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$42 to $45
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
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Highest Paying Jobs in Goodyear, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Goodyear.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Goodyear, Arizona – 85395
  • 12 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Glendale, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Operating Room positions available in Glendale.
per diem
Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Glendale, Arizona – 85308
  • 12 D,
  • April 1, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
OR RN’s provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Statistics on OR Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Per Diem Operating Room Jobs in California

How much does an Operating Room travel nurse make on average in California?

An OR nurse in California can make an average of $45 per hour.

How much does a day shift OR travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 8 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in California can make an average of $62 per hour based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Operating Room jobs are available in California?

There are currently 6 Operating Room travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Operating Room staff in California?

  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster
  • Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices in Sacramento
  • Burre Dental Center in Eureka
  • Redwood Pediatrics in Fortuna
  • Tehama County Health Services Agency in Red Bluff

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 8 Hour Day shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

Locating OR Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Baldwin Park and Lakewood have per diem OR nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices, Burre Dental Center, Redwood Pediatrics and Tehama County Health Services Agency, all with nurse specialties and Operating Room staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Operating Room Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Operating Room professionals.
Stanford Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 27, 13, 17, 21, 10, 25, 28, 11, 26, and 8
Departments
Bone Marrow Transplant Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Dialysis Director of Nursing Emergency Room Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology IV Therapy Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
500 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Neighborhoods
Southgate (94302), College Terrace (94305), Professorville (94302), Evergreen Park (94305), Mayfield (94306)
San Antonio Regional Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 32, 3, 10, 7, 11, 8, 29, and 65
Departments
Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
999 San Bernardino Road
Upland, CA 91786
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Olivos (91785)
Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
700 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Neighborhoods
Roundup Trailer Lodge (95054), Garden Court Mobile Home Village (95054), Santa Clara Trailer Village (95054)
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 7, 4, 25, 11, 8, and 26
Departments
Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
2615 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), Landco (93302), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
Adventist Health Glendale
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 16, 24, 10, 14, 11, 8, and 26
Departments
Case Manager Case Manager Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1509 Wilson Terrace
Glendale, CA 91206
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Square (91205), North Glendale (91202), Sepulveda (91201), Sparr Heights (91208), Verdugo City (91046)
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial
Shifts
8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 17, 18, 25, 4, 26, and 8
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Telemetry
Address
975 SOUTH FAIRMONT AVE.
Lodi, CA 95240
Nearby Neighborhoods
LodiLakeWeather (95258), Pearson (95240), Lodi Junction (95240), East Side (95240), Pope (95240)
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, 18, and 28
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Nurse Manager Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Pediatric Pediatric Emergency Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93302), Kern City (93309)
Adventist Health Hanford
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 16, 13, 7, 14, 26, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Address
115 MALL DRIVE
Hanford, CA 93230
Nearby Neighborhoods
Fort Roosevelt (93232), Bel Air Mobile Home Park (93232), Tara Mobile Estates (93230), Pitco (93230), Sierra Vista Mobile Estates (93230)
Saint Agnes Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 6, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Level I Nursery Medical Surgical Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
1303 East Herndon Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720
Nearby Neighborhoods
Pinedale (93650), Cincotta (93703), Hammond (93701), Figarden (93711), Sierra Sky Park (93711)
El Camino Hospital Mountain View
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
2500 GRANT RD.
Mountain View, CA 94040
Nearby Neighborhoods
Waverly Park (94024), Cuesta Park (94035), Blossom Valley (94040), Cuernavaca (94088), Sylvan Park (94041)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.