Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse, Operating Room (OR) — San Luis Obispo, CA — Start date 08/17/2026 — 8 weeks — $2,034 to $2,185 per week — Guaranteed 40 hours per week — Shift: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, 3x12-hour days — Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital, travel assignment. This perioperative nursing role supports the surgical team by circulating, maintaining patient safety, and coordinating instrument and supply flow throughout procedures.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,034–$2,185 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 8 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM)
- Travel assignment in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital
- Epic experience required for system access and documentation

Responsibilities
- Circulate in the Operating Room during surgical procedures, ensuring aseptic technique and patient safety.
- Assist surgeons and the anesthesia team, coordinating flow of equipment, supplies, and staff.
- Prepare patients for surgery, including proper positioning and monitoring for safety throughout the perioperative period.
- Participate in pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care planning and assessment according to department criteria.
- Safely handle, dispose of biohazardous materials, and maintain strict infection control standards.
- Access and utilize the facility's information systems (EPIC) to retrieve relevant patient data and document care.

Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of practice (California) or current state of assignment.
- Education: Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Experience: At least two years of recent nursing experience, including at least one year in the operating room.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred; CNOR preferred.
- Additional: EPIC experience required; able to work in a fast-paced OR environment; able to fulfill a 12-hour shift schedule.

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed 40-hour weekly schedule on a travel assignment
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Fast credentialing processes where available
- EPIC training/backfill support as needed
- Opportunity for extension opportunities on successful completion

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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