Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Gilder Search Group; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 141,555 - 151,660; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one

Weekly direct deposit

401k matching

Onboarding and credentialing support

Professional development support

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an experienced Operating Room Travel Registered Nurse for a full-time 13-week assignment in Lancaster, CA. This position offers exposure to trauma and robotics in a fast-paced surgical setting, requiring significant hands-on experience with trauma cases. Applicants should possess strong organizational skills and be comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided including medical, dental, and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• 2 years of Operating Room RN experience.
• 1 year of travel nurse experience.
• Experience with trauma, orthopedic, and robotic surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support a high-acuity Operating Room with trauma volume.
• Circulating trauma cases and general surgical cases.
• Document patient information accurately.

Skills

Hands-on experience with trauma cases

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Education

Nursing degree from an accredited program

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room

AcquireMedStaffllc -Lancaster, CA, United States

Tagged: Travel Assignment , Registered Nurse

We are seeking an experienced Operating Room Travel Registered Nurse for a full-time 13-week assignment within a Trauma Level 2 hospital environment. This position is ideal for clinicians searching for high-quality OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Lancaster CA and looking to expand their trauma and robotics expertise in a fast-paced surgical setting. The Operating Room manages a wide variety of procedures daily, offering consistent exposure to high-acuity cases and real-time critical decision-making. Nurses who excel in structured, high-volume OR workflows will find this assignment professionally rewarding.

This role requires significant hands-on experience with trauma cases, orthopedic procedures, and robotics. Nurses must be able to adapt quickly to changing surgical needs, communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, and maintain composure during time-sensitive situations. Candidates should be comfortable functioning independently while also demonstrating strong collaborative skills.

Schedule

• Day Shift
• 7 AM to 5 PM
• 4x10-hour shifts weekly
• 13-week contract
• On-call participation required
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

Role Responsibilities

The OR Travel RN will support a high-acuity Operating Room with steady trauma volume and rapid case turnover. Typical responsibilities include:

• Circulating and supporting trauma cases, orthopedic trauma procedures, robotic surgeries, and general surgical cases
• Maintaining strict adherence to surgical protocols and infection control guidelines
• Collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists
• Documenting patient information accurately in the medical record
• Participating in call rotation and responding promptly to emergent surgical needs
• Supporting efficient room turnover, case preparation, and equipment management
• Maintaining clinical readiness to respond to unexpected trauma or urgent cases

This assignment requires nurses to demonstrate clinical judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast moving surgical environment.

• Nursing degree from an accredited program
• 2 years of Operating Room RN experience
• 1 year of travel nurse experience
• Current BLS ACLS and NIHSS certifications
• Experience with trauma, orthopedic, and robotic surgical procedures
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and scheduled call
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Characteristics

• Ability to stay calm during high acuity and high volume situations
• Comfort working in a multidisciplinary team
• Time management and prioritization skills
• High adaptability during rapid case changes
• Commitment to patient safety and surgical excellence
• Medical dental vision and life insurance beginning on day one of the assignment
• Weekly direct deposit
• 401k matching program
• Onboarding and credentialing support
• Professional development and continuous support throughout the assignment

Why Apply

This role is ideal for nurses exploring OR RN travel jobs California, Operating Room travel nurse assignments, or Trauma OR RN travel positions. It offers competitive compensation, reliable scheduling, and a supportive work environment for clinicians looking to expand trauma experience within a complex surgical team.

How to Apply

Apply today to be considered for this Operating Room Travel RN opportunity. Our recruitment team will review your application promptly and begin the screening process for qualified candidates.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Compensation $3111.11 - $3333.20

Posted: Sunday, November 23, 2025

Job # 1050