Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Palo Alto for STs

Find Top ST Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Palo Alto, California

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Palo Alto, California. We currently offer 1 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Palo Alto area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Palo Alto’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

As of Feb 1, 2025, the average Operating Room travel nurse working in Palo Alto and surrounding areas earned about $2,157 weekly. Today you can find OR jobs with a salary range between $2,018 to $2,223 per week. The Palo Alto OR travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Palo Alto proper like Stanford Hospital with more facilities in nearby areas like Stanford, Menlo Park and Mountain View to name a few.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for OR travel jobs in Palo Alto. The earliest start date in Palo Alto is Apr 9, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $2,223 per week. The latest start date for an OR job in Palo Alto is Apr 22, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $2,523 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Operating Room travel nurse job in Palo Alto including 13 weeks and 26 weeks.

Palo Alto is a great location for OR travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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We have 1 Operating Room jobs in Palo Alto, CA and 13 Operating Room jobs in California, and 145 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Palo Alto, California – 94304
12 E,
April 9, 2025
26

$2,018 to $2,223

Weekly Pay*

Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Redwood City, California – 94063
Distance from Palo Alto: 6 miles
8 D,
April 22, 2025
13

$2,289 to $2,523

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Exclusive Order to AMN, This accredited hospital, provides a wide range of specialized services including cardiology, chronic conditions management, and neuro-interventional radiology. Located in beautiful Redwood City, California, and only 45 minutes from the city of San Francisco, is an entertainment destination. Providing entertainment in Theater, music, dance, cultural arts, and more. Make Redwood City your next travel destination. The OR Tech candidate must have Orthopedic experience with Total Hips, Total Knees. Preferred skills are Neuro experience including Craniotomy and Laminectomy experience.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Santa Clara, California – 95051
Distance from Palo Alto: 12 miles
8 D,
April 22, 2025
13

$2,366 to $2,608

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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Oakland, California – 94611
Distance from Palo Alto: 26 miles
8 E,
April 21, 2025
13

$2,363 to $2,604

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

San Rafael, California – 94903
Distance from Palo Alto: 42 miles
8 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$2,032 to $2,239

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Vallejo, California – 94589
Distance from Palo Alto: 46 miles
8 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$2,548 to $2,808

Weekly Pay*

Vallejo OR Is Seeking an experienced Surgical Tech with minimal access, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, spines, urology, GYN, podiatry and maxiofacial surgeries. Including video, orthopedic equipment and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred. One year acute care OR experience within the last three years.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Vacaville, California – 95688
Distance from Palo Alto: 64 miles
8 E,
April 9, 2025
13

$2,343 to $2,582

Weekly Pay*

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Merced, California – 95340
Distance from Palo Alto: 92 miles
12 D,
April 7, 2025
13

$1,787 to $1,970

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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Bakersfield, California – 93301
Distance from Palo Alto: 225 miles
8 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,991 to $2,194

Weekly Pay*

This outstanding unit is looking for the right 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Arcata, California – 95521
Distance from Palo Alto: 258 miles
12 D,
March 31, 2025
13

$1,648 to $1,816

Weekly Pay*

Mad River Community Hospital is a locally owned and independent hospital committed to providing the best care to its patients by providing advanced technology and a deep commitment to the community and its residents. Mad River Community Hospital provides a complete range of acute care inpatient services, including OB, emergency medicine, physical therapy, ICU, med/surg, and radiological services. The 5-bed Emergency Room department is staffed 24 hours a day. The radiology department is equipped with fixed MRI, CT scan, and x-ray. The facility is also associated with an adult day health care, home health care department outpatient rehabilitation clinics, wound care and hyperbaric oxygen program. Enjoy browsing through our web site to find more detailed information about our facility.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Glendale, California – 91204
Distance from Palo Alto: 315 miles
10 D, 10 E,
April 7, 2025
13

$2,253 to $2,483

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Las Vegas, Nevada – 89109
Distance from Palo Alto: 397 miles
10 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$2,020 to $2,226

Weekly Pay*

Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) team member needed for 600+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Unit sees CABG, Carotid Endarterectomy, Structural heart repair, Congenital defects (VSD, PFO) Facility has been named a Nursing Professionals Top 100 Hospitals to Work For

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

San Diego, California – 92123
Distance from Palo Alto: 431 miles
12 D,
April 7, 2025
13

$2,184 to $2,407

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

San Diego, California – 92123
Distance from Palo Alto: 431 miles
10 D,
April 7, 2025
13

$2,184 to $2,407

Weekly Pay*

The Scripps System Resource Services (SSRS) manages clinical and non-clinical staff who step in where additional care or resources are needed, to support both the unit and patient needs. These employees are highly trained professionals who float throughout the system on a full-time, part-time or casual basis to provide staffing coverage where additional support is needed.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Boise, Idaho – 83706
Distance from Palo Alto: 528 miles
8 D,
April 9, 2025
13

$1,634 to $1,801

Weekly Pay*

Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Boise, Idaho – 83706
Distance from Palo Alto: 528 miles
10 D,
April 6, 2025
13

$1,634 to $1,801

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Boise, Idaho – 83706
Distance from Palo Alto: 528 miles
10 D,
April 7, 2025
13

$1,634 to $1,801

Weekly Pay*

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Boise, Idaho – 83706
Distance from Palo Alto: 528 miles
12 D,
April 7, 2025
13

$1,452 to $1,600

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Hillsboro, Oregon – 97124
Distance from Palo Alto: 560 miles
10 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,907 to $2,102

Weekly Pay*

Must have strong ortho, total joint, and robotic skills

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Tillamook, Oregon – 97141
Distance from Palo Alto: 561 miles
12 D,
April 9, 2025
13

$1,430 to $1,575

Weekly Pay*

Located off the beautiful Oregon Coast, Adventist Health Tillamook has been one of the area’s leading healthcare providers since 1950. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access medical center, rural health and urgent care medical offices, home care services, and a vast scope of services located throughout Tillamook County and the surrounding areas. Tillamook is known for its small-town charm, lively art scene and delicious Tillamook Cheese. The allure of Tillamook’s community is complimented by access to outdoor adventures and the scenic Oregon Coast. 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 Department Specific License/Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST): Required 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Pasco, Washington – 99301
Distance from Palo Alto: 628 miles
8 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,877 to $2,068

Weekly Pay*

95 licensed beds Services include Bariatrics, Family Medicine, Inpatient Rehab, Internal Medicine, Lab, Counseling Center, Occupational Health, Ortho, Pediatrics, Surgery, Urgent Care, and more Part of the Tri-Cities- Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland Pasco, WA Aquatic playground with the confluence of the Snake, Yakima, and Columbia River Heart of Washington Wine Country Direct flights from Tri-Cities Airport to 10 major U.S. hubs Home to the Sacajawea State Park Athletic paradise- 20 soccer fields, 8 softball fields, 1 minor league baseball stadium, 7 baseball fields, outdoor 50M pool with slides & 15 miles of trails overlooking Columbia River

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Aberdeen, Washington – 98520
Distance from Palo Alto: 664 miles
12 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,852 to $2,040

Weekly Pay*

This outstanding Operating unit, based in exciting Aberdeen 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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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Lakewood, Washington – 98499
Distance from Palo Alto: 673 miles
8 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,727 to $1,903

Weekly Pay*

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

Tucson, Arizona – 85755
Distance from Palo Alto: 731 miles
10 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,413 to $1,557

Weekly Pay*

This outstanding unit is looking for the right person 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 ST Jobs in Palo Alto, California

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Palo Alto. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Palo Alto and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Palo Alto and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for STs in Palo Alto, CA

What are the top paying Operating Room jobs currently available in or near Palo Alto?

Surgical Technologist – OR with a per week salary of $2,608, a 13 weeks duration, for a 8 D in Santa Clara (12 miles away)
Surgical Technologist – OR with a per week salary of $2,523, a 13 weeks duration, for a 8 D in Redwood City (5.9 miles away)
Surgical Technologist – OR with a per week salary of $2,223, a 26 weeks duration, for a 12 E in Palo Alto

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Palo Alto?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Palo Alto and surrounding areas.

How many Operating Room travel nursing jobs are available in Palo Alto?

There are currently 1 Operating Room travel nursing jobs available in Palo Alto. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Palo Alto and nearby cities?

A: A 10 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Palo Alto can make an average of $2,100 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Palo Alto and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Palo Alto can make an average of $2,137 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Palo Alto?

Stanford Medicine Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine in Stanford (2.1 miles from Palo Alto)
Stanford Medicine Department of Medicine in Stanford (2.1 miles from Palo Alto)
South East Bay Pediatric Medical Group Inc in Fremont (11.9 miles from Palo Alto)
Amn Healthcare Inc in Palo Alto (1.9 miles from Palo Alto)
Regional Medical Center of San Jose in San Jose (17 miles from Palo Alto)

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

An Operating Room nurse in Palo Alto can make an average of $2,119 per week.

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Palo Alto?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Palo Alto is 13.

Recently Filled OR Jobs in & Near Palo Alto

Curious to learn what kinds of OR jobs were recently filled in Palo Alto and the benefits of travel nursing? Look no further. We’ve collected 15 of the most recently available ST OR travel jobs posted by healthcare facilities in or nearby to Palo Alto. The most recent highest paying OR job in Palo Alto was a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room job in Redwood City with a weekly salary of $3,316, and a contract length of 13 weeks. The lowest paying Operating Room travel nurse position in Palo Alto was a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room position in Mountain View with a weekly salary of $2,461, and a contract length of 13 weeks.

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