Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Operating Room (Travel) role in San Luis Obispo, California. Start date 08/31/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Weekly pay range is $522–$570 per week, with guaranteed hours of 40 per week. Shift options include rotating day/evening coverage; typical 5x8 schedules with M-F start times, plus potential 4x10s as needed. This travel assignment is in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital setting and is managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $522–$570 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: Rotating day/evening shifts; 5x8s Mon–Fri (6:00 AM–8:30 PM) with potential 4x10s; start times rotate
- Start date: 08/31/2026
- OR experience and certifications: Minimum 1 year operating room experience; ACLS, BLS, and PALS required; CNOR preferred; EPIC experience required
- On-call requirements: At least 1 on-call night per week and 1 weekend per schedule

Responsibilities
- Circulate in the Operating Room during surgical procedures, coordinating equipment, supplies, and staff to support the surgical team
- Maintain patient safety and aseptic technique throughout the perioperative period
- Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning, and participate in pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care planning and assessment
- Safely handle and dispose of biohazardous materials and operate common OR equipment as trained
- Access facility information systems (EPIC) to retrieve and document pertinent patient care information and tissue handling details

Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of practice (California) or applicable state
- Associate Degree in Nursing (required); Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
- Minimum 1 year of operating room experience; ortho, neuro, and trauma experience preferred
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- EPIC experience required
- Ability to work a rotating schedule and meet on-call requirements (at least 1 night per week and 1 weekend per schedule)

Benefits and Support
- 13-week travel assignment with guaranteed hours
- Dedicated travel support and coordination throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Access to ongoing clinical support and resources during the assignment
- EPIC experience support and opportunities for CNOR-level development

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If you’re interested in other open travel RN positions available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please apply at to explore additional OR, perioperative, and specialty nursing assignments.

PAY DISCLAIMER
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.

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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.