Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

HealthForce Healthcare; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 recruiter support

Credentialing assistance

Dedicated assignment support

Nationwide travel opportunities

Extension opportunities

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare seeks a Registered Nurse for an OR travel assignment in San Luis Obispo, CA. The role runs for 13 weeks starting 10/26/2026, with 40 hours per week of day shifts in a hospital operating room setting. Weekly pay ranges from $2,608 to $2,815, with no guaranteed hours.

Travel and onboarding support are provided, including credentialing assistance. The ideal candidate holds an active California RN license with perioperative experience and thrives in a fast-paced surgical

Qualifications

• Active RN license in California (or eligible)
• Perioperative or OR nursing experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical setting

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and anesthesiologists and coordinate flow of equipment, supplies, and staff during surgical procedures
• Ensure patient safety throughout the perioperative phase of care
• Participate in patient care planning, assessment, and nursing treatment
• Support the OR team with equipment setup, patient positioning, and sterile technique as required
• Collaborate with circulating staff to maintain an efficient, safe perioperative environment

Skills

RN license

Perioperative experience

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR) travel assignment in San Luis Obispo, California. This travel opportunity starts on 10/26/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,608 to $2,815 per week. Guaranteed hours are not guaranteed. Shift is days, with 8-hour shifts totaling 40 hours per week. The role takes place in a hospital operating room environment.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,608–$2,815 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts (40 hours per week)
• Start date: 10/26/2026
• Work setting: Hospital operating room
• Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
• Employment type: Travel - Temporary assignment
• Assignment details: No guaranteed hours

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and anesthesiologists and coordinate flow of equipment, supplies, and staff during surgical procedures
• Ensure patient safety throughout the perioperative phase of care
• Participate in patient care planning, assessment, and nursing treatment
• Support the OR team with equipment setup, patient positioning, and sterile technique as required
• Collaborate with circulating staff to maintain an efficient, safe perioperative environment

Requirements

• Active RN license in California (or eligible to practice in California)
• Perioperative or OR nursing experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Basic life support (BLS) certification preferred

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Credentialing and onboarding assistance
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment
• Nationwide travel opportunities
• Extension opportunities