Travel RN - OR Circulator

Talented Medical Solutions; Clearlake (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking an experienced Operating Room Circulator RN to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced surgical setting. The role includes coordinating intraoperative care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and upholding patient safety throughout the surgical continuum.

The position requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program with BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications; CNOR, PANAC, or AAOPU are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license in California.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required/completed per timeline.
• Strong OR circulating experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Circulating Nurse in the OR and may scrub or float as needed.
• Coordinate patient care with surgeons, anesthesia, and surgical team.
• Ensure compliance with time-out procedures and patient safety protocols.
• Maintain sterile environment and infection control standards.
• Monitor patient condition throughout procedures.
• Provide emotional and physical support to patients and families.
• Participate in performance improvement and regulatory compliance initiatives.

Skills

OR Circulating Nursing

Patient Care Coordination

Education

Nursing degree (accredited)

Tools

IV Pumps

Monitors

Job description

Location: Clearlake, CA
Talented Medical Solutions

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Operating Room (OR) Circulator RN to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment. This role involves coordinating intraoperative care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring patient safety across the surgical continuum.

Shift: Day Shift (varies by assignment)

Call: Required (shared rotation)

Floating: May float to PACU, outpatient endoscopy, or central services as needed

Patient Population: Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric

Key Responsibilities

Serve as Circulating Nurse in the OR (may also scrub or float as needed)

Coordinate patient care with surgeons, anesthesia, and surgical team

Ensure compliance with time-out procedures and patient safety protocols

Maintain sterile environment and infection control standards

Monitor patient condition throughout surgical procedures

Provide emotional and physical support to patients and families

Participate in performance improvement and regulatory compliance initiatives

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Certifications Required:

BLS (required prior to patient care; maintained every 2 years)

ACLS (within 6 months of hire; maintained every 2 years)

PALS (within 6 months for perioperative roles; maintained every 2 years)

Preferred Certifications: CNOR, PANAC, AAOPU

Strong OR circulating experience required

Ability to work across multiple surgical specialties

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and patient transfers (up to 50 lbs)

Exposure to blood and bodily fluids (Category 1)

Use of clinical equipment including IV pumps, monitors, and surgical tools

Adherence to HIPAA and all confidentiality standards

Compliance & Employment Requirements

Must comply with all vaccination requirements (medical/religious exemptions may apply)

Participation in E-Verify required

Must adhere to organizational policies, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines

Why This Assignment?

Work with a respected healthcare system

Diverse surgical case exposure

Opportunity to expand skills across perioperative settings

Collaborative, patient-focused environment