Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

Bakersfield, CA
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR), Bakersfield, California. Travel assignment starting 11/02/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,347–$2,463 per week. Guaranteed Hours: 0.0. Shift: 3x12-hour days (36 hours per week). Work setting: hospital.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,347–$2,463 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour days
- Start date: November 2, 2026
- Work setting: hospital operating room

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated perioperative nursing care for patients undergoing surgery according to established standards of care and the nursing process.
- Monitor patients pre-, intra-, and post-operatively; document findings and respond to changes in patient condition.
- Supervise and direct activities of nursing staff at multiple levels; coordinate care with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other team members.
- Maintain sterile technique, infection control, and patient safety throughout perioperative care.
- Prepare and manage OR equipment, instruments, and supplies; assist with patient positioning and surgical setup.
- Utilize critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent decision-making to support optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license (California) in good standing
- BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- OR nursing experience or strong perioperative nursing skills; ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts as scheduled (36 hours per week)
- Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to meet credentialing and hospital system requirements for perioperative care

Benefits and Support
- Competitive weekly pay
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support and credentialing assistance
- Extension opportunities for continued travel assignments
- Compliance and onboarding assistance to facilitate smooth assignment start

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.

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