Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – OR, operating room specialty, Hanford, California, starting October 5, 2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay range: $2,485–$2,585 per week with 36 guaranteed hours per week. Day shift, approximately 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, in a 173-bed short-term acute care hospital serving the Central Valley.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,485–$2,585 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Day shift, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Start date: October 5, 2026
- Setting: 173-bed short-term acute care hospital

Responsibilities
- Deliver perioperative nursing care for surgical patients in the OR, applying the nursing process and established standards of care.
- Prepare the OR environment, manage equipment and supplies, maintain sterile technique, and ensure patient safety throughout procedures.
- Monitor patient status pre-, intra-, and post-operatively; communicate with the surgical team and anesthesia providers; intervene as needed.
- Supervise and direct activities of circulating and other OR staff; coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to support patient-centered outcomes.
- Document nursing assessments and interventions; participate in discharge planning and provide patient/family education related to perioperative care.
- Demonstrate critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent initiative to promote a safe, healing environment.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license in California
- Current CPR/BLS certification from an approved vendor
- ACLS and PALS certifications (AHA or ARC) required
- Minimum 2 years of recent acute care nursing experience; OR experience preferred
- BSN is preferred
- DaVinci surgical system experience preferred
- Ability to work effectively in an operating room setting within a short-term acute care hospital

Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Acute care facility experience preferred
- Licensure and certifications as listed above, current at time of assignment

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 travel support and onboarding assistance
- Fast credentialing to expedite start
- Competitive weekly pay and consistent scheduling support
- Ongoing assignment support and resources

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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.