OR | RN

GHR Healthcare; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 113,295 - 121,485; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse for a position in Santa Barbara, CA. This role offers an opportunity to deliver compassionate patient care in a state-of-the-art operating room while enjoying the scenic beauty of California. Candidates must have at least 2 years of Operating Room experience and hold an active California RN license. The job provides competitive pay and essential benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience required.
• Experience with conscious sedation is mandatory.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications must be in hand.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective care for surgical patients.
• Monitor patients during conscious sedation.
• Assist with ophthalmic, orthopedic, gynecological, and general surgeries.

Skills

Operating Room experience

Conscious sedation

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Education

Active California RN license

Tools

Epic charting

Job description

Overview

Operating Room Registered Nurse (Travel Nursing Job) – Santa Barbara, CA

Advance your nursing career with a travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) position in Santa Barbara, California (93110). This sought-after California nursing job offers the opportunity to work in a top-rated healthcare facility while enjoying the scenic coastal lifestyle of Santa Barbara. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in surgical patient care in one of the most desirable locations for healthcare professionals.

Travel Nurse Details

• Job Title: Operating Room Registered Nurse (Travel)
• Location: Santa Barbara, CA 93110
• Healthcare Setting: Operating Room (OR)
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing
• Start Date: October 20, 2025
• End Date: January 19, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts (07:00 - 15:30)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2490-$2670
• Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Pediatrics, Geriatrics
• Unit Details: 6 OR rooms, 22 beds, daily census of 40

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience required
• Experience with conscious sedation required
• Eye surgery (ophthalmic) experience highly desired
• Active California RN license (must be valid at time of submission)
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications (AHA accredited and in hand at submission)
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Available for lab work within 3-5 days of signing
• Ability to complete required orientation modules (average 1-5 hours, completed during orientation)

Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care for patients undergoing surgical procedures
• Monitor patients during conscious sedation and respond to emergencies
• Assist with a variety of surgical procedures: ophthalmic, orthopedic, gynecological, and general surgeries
• Utilize Epic for charting and documentation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including radiology and interpretation services
• Maintain infection control and safety standards in the operating room
• Participate in specimen handling, labeling, and universal protocol procedures
• Support patient care for diverse age groups from pediatrics to geriatrics

Benefits

• 401K with Matching
• Healthcare
• Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.