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AMN Healthcare Nursing

Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room - Travel - (OR RN)

Emeryville, California

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Posted Jul 28, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 3, 2026

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Pay Rate: $2464.00 - $2590.00

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Job Description & Requirements Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room - Travel - (OR RN) StartDate: 8/5/2026 Available Shifts: 10 D/N Pay Rate: $2464.00 - $2590.00 ob Description: A Brief Overview: The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital. Required Qualifications Registered Nurse, OR Experience: 2 years Licenses: RN-CA(Copy needed) Certifications: BLS-AHA(Copy needed) Work History: Should not be more than 30 days of gap in entire work history References: 1 Reference in the last 12 months Epic Experience Required Preferred Qualifications Two years experience Job Benefits At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer: Competitive pay rates Free, quality, private housing Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About The Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. Perioperative nurse, operating room nurse, OR nurse, OR, operating room, OR RN, scrub nurse, RN, R. N., registered nurse, perioperative, hospital, healthcare, health care, medical

Requirements

  • Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room - Travel - (OR RN)

Benefits

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Free, quality, private housing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Free Continuing Education
  • Refer a friend and earn extra cash

About the employer

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AMN Healthcare Nursing
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AMN Healthcare is a publicly traded healthcare staffing company with over 30 years of experience connecting clinicians across all specialties to healthcare facilities nationwide. Rather than operating its own hospitals or clinics, AMN functions as a staffing agency, placing nurses…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Travel flexibility with assignments nationwide across diverse facility types
  • Competitive weekly travel pay rates varying by location and specialty (e.g., ICU in Sacramento: $2,988-$3,173/week; ICU in Los Angeles: $1,911-$2,029/week; Med-Surg in Hickory: $1,626-$1,726/week)
  • Dedicated recruiters and clinical support team for each assignment

What reviewers flag

  • Contract-based employment creates job security concerns between assignments (3.3/5 rating on Indeed for job security and advancement)
  • Management quality varies, with a 3.4/5 rating suggesting inconsistent recruiter and leadership experiences
  • Travel lifestyle requires frequent relocation and adaptation to new work environments
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Operating Room is a first-year unit lane. Periop programs often train from the ground up.

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  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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