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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs California for STs

Top OR Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Surgical Technologist

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 9 of the best available OR nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 3 exclusive, high-paying Operating Room travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. California OR travel jobs are currently available in cities like Oakland, Baldwin Park, San Diego, San Luis Obispo and Pleasanton. 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.

The average wage for an Operating Room travel nurse in California as of Mar 1, 2025 was $2,162 weekly. Currently, you can find OR jobs in California with a salary range between $1,856 to $2,589 per week. The city with the highest paying OR job in California currently is Merced with a position for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room at $2,045 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find OR travel nursing work in. Kaiser Baldwin Park in Baldwin Park, Sharp Healthcare in San Diego, Mercy Merced Community Campus in Merced, Adventist Health Hanford in Hanford and Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare Medical Center Pleasanton in Pleasanton 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 May 4, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $2,204 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is May 19, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $2,045 per week. 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 including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

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 Travel Operating Room Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 9 Operating Room jobs in California and 110 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 Merced, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in Merced.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Merced, California – 95340
  • 12 D,
  • May 9, 2025
  • 13
$1,856 to $2,045
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Hanford, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in Hanford.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Hanford, California – 93230
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 12
$1,856 to $2,045
Weekly Pay*
Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Associate?s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Scrub technician experience: Preferred Operating room experience and/or training course: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Surgery Technician certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred Essential Functions: Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization. Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested. Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties. Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Pleasanton, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in Pleasanton.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Pleasanton, California – 94588
  • 12 N,
  • May 4, 2025
  • 12
$2,000 to $2,204
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare formed in 2015 when ValleyCare Health System became part of Stanford Health Care. Now, we combine the expertise of local physicians with the innovative strength of Stanford Health Care. This provides the community an ideal collaboration between community medicine and leading-edge specialty care. Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare continues the mission to heal humanity through science and compassion, one patient at a time. A Brief Overview: The Surgical Technologist acts as a member of the surgical team in providing patient care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. Prepare the appropriate instrumentation and materials for use on the surgical field, passing instruments to the surgeon during the procedure and room turnover. Perform surgical scrub duties as directed under supervision.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Oakland, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in Oakland.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Oakland, California – 94611
  • 8 E,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,349 to $2,589
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in San Luis Obispo, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in San Luis Obispo.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • San Luis Obispo, California – 93401
  • 10 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$2,198 to $2,422
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right Surg Tech to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel 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 $2,076 per week.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in California can make an average of $1,984 per week based on recent job availability.

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 $2,165 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Operating Room jobs are available in California?

There are currently 9 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 ST Operating Room staff in California?

  • Los Robles Regional Medical Center in Thousand Oaks
  • Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center in Los Angeles
  • Kaiser – Woodland Hills Medical Center in
  • Kaiser – Fontana Medical Center in Fontana
  • Kaiser – San Jose Medical Center in San Jose

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.

What is the most common contract duration for OR travel jobs in California?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for an Operating Room travel job in California is 13.

Locating OR Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Baldwin Park, Merced, Oakland, Pleasanton, and San Diego have travel OR nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center , Kaiser – Woodland Hills Medical Center, Kaiser – Fontana Medical Center and Kaiser – San Jose Medical Center , all with nurse specialties and Operating Room staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Travel Operating Room Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered travel 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, 18, 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 Outpatient Oncology Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
500 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Neighborhoods
Southgate (94309), College Terrace (94305), Professorville (94309), Evergreen Park (94305), Mayfield (94306)
San Antonio Regional Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 32, 3, 10, 7, 14, 11, 8, 29, and 65
Departments
Cath Lab 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 (91786)
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 (93384), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
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)
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 Cath Lab 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 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)
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 (93384), Kern City (93309)
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, 14, and 8
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room First Assist 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 (94042), Blossom Valley (94040), Cuernavaca (94088), Sylvan Park (94041)
Adventist Health White Memorial
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 52, 13, 16, 20, 36, 10, 14, 26, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Cath Lab Clinical Education Specialist Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Telemetry
Address
1720 Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Neighborhoods
Brooklyn Heights (90033), Aliso Village (90013), Pico Gardens (90033), Taylor Junction (90012), Mission Junction (90012)
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