Travel Registered Nurse OR Job
Templeton, CA
Contracted
Adventist - Twin Cities
Mid Level
Step into the operating room as a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in the OR, and bring compassionate expertise to patients during some of their most critical moments. This dynamic opportunity places you in Templeton, California—a community known for its warmth, scenic beauty, and a welcoming small-town feel—while you collaborate with expert surgical teams delivering life-changing procedures. As you assist with sterile technique, instrument handling, and the orchestration of complex cases, you’ll help ensure precise, patient-centered outcomes. This role is more than a job; it’s a chance to amplify your impact across diverse procedures, refine your perioperative skills, and grow as a leader in your specialty. Your start date is 03/30/2026, with assignments that run for weeks, offering the flexibility to tailor your travel to your personal and professional goals while staying connected to a robust clinical network. And on days off, you can explore California’s iconic coastlines, wine country, and expansive outdoor spaces, enriching your experience with the beauty the state has to offer. This invitation blends purpose with exploration, creating an environment where your expertise advances patient care and your curiosity thrives.
Templeton sits in the heart of California’s Central Coast, a region celebrated for its tranquil pace, sunlit mornings, and access to both rural charm and outdoor adventure. Working here means you’ll benefit from a supportive community that values teamwork, continuous learning, and patient safety. Beyond Templeton, the broader California landscape offers coastal escapes, redwood and coastal trails, and a vibrant culinary and cultural scene that can be explored during well-deserved downtime. For those drawn to travel, there is also the opportunity to work in varied locations across the U.S., gaining exposure to diverse hospital cultures, patient populations, and perioperative practices. This combination of a welcoming base in Templeton and the potential to experience different environments creates a unique professional rhythm—one that honors specialization while rewarding curiosity and adaptability. You’ll perform with a sense of belonging in a community where colleagues support one another and where you can establish professional relationships that endure beyond a single assignment.
In this OR RN role, you will scrub and circulate during complex surgical procedures, maintain sterile technique, monitor patient status in the OR, and assist clinicians with instrumentation and equipment readiness. You’ll coordinate perioperative care from pre-op through recovery, collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia teams, and operating room technicians to anticipate needs, optimize workflow, and minimize risk. The position emphasizes pathways for growth within perioperative nursing, including pathways to lead nurse roles, mentorship opportunities for newer staff, and the chance to specialize in spine, vascular, robotics, or other high-demand surgical areas. Compelling compensation supports your journey: weekly pay ranges from $2,453 to $2,604, with the potential for a sign-on bonus and housing assistance to make relocation smoother. For those who value continuity, extension opportunities exist, allowing you to deepen rapport with the surgical team and, most importantly, with patients and families who rely on your expertise. Comprehensive 24/7 support travels with you, including credentialing assistance, onboarding, continuing education resources, and a dedicated travel coordinator who checks in regularly to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience. The program is designed to empower you with robust clinical resources, safety prioritization, and a culture of mutual respect that recognizes your contributions to patient outcomes and team dynamics.
Our company is anchored in empowering its staff, with a clear focus on career advancement, ongoing development, and a supportive work environment. We invest in your professional journey through orientation programs, access to cutting-edge perioperative practices, and opportunities to broaden your scope across surgical subspecialties. The culture centers on open communication, mentorship, and recognition of excellence, ensuring you feel valued at every stage of your travel assignment. You’ll join a network of nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals who collaborate across locations to deliver consistent, high-quality care while preserving work–life balance. The leadership team is dedicated to your growth, offering guidance, resources, and structured pathways to leadership roles and specialized certifications that align with your interests and career ambitions. In short, this is more than assignment logistics—it’s a pathway to deeper expertise, stronger professional identity, and a supported, forward-thinking workplace culture.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now to join a team that celebrates your perioperative talents and invests in your ongoing development. This opportunity offers meaningful patient impact, the chance to explore California’s nearby wonders, and the support system you deserve as you navigate a travel nursing career. With Templeton as your base and the broader U.S. opportunities available through our network, you can shape a fulfilling trajectory in OR nursing—one that marries clinical excellence with personal growth. Start date is 03/30/2026, and assignments run for weeks at a time, with flexible durations and the potential for extension as you build strong, lasting relationships with your teams and patients. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Templeton sits in the heart of California’s Central Coast, a region celebrated for its tranquil pace, sunlit mornings, and access to both rural charm and outdoor adventure. Working here means you’ll benefit from a supportive community that values teamwork, continuous learning, and patient safety. Beyond Templeton, the broader California landscape offers coastal escapes, redwood and coastal trails, and a vibrant culinary and cultural scene that can be explored during well-deserved downtime. For those drawn to travel, there is also the opportunity to work in varied locations across the U.S., gaining exposure to diverse hospital cultures, patient populations, and perioperative practices. This combination of a welcoming base in Templeton and the potential to experience different environments creates a unique professional rhythm—one that honors specialization while rewarding curiosity and adaptability. You’ll perform with a sense of belonging in a community where colleagues support one another and where you can establish professional relationships that endure beyond a single assignment.
In this OR RN role, you will scrub and circulate during complex surgical procedures, maintain sterile technique, monitor patient status in the OR, and assist clinicians with instrumentation and equipment readiness. You’ll coordinate perioperative care from pre-op through recovery, collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia teams, and operating room technicians to anticipate needs, optimize workflow, and minimize risk. The position emphasizes pathways for growth within perioperative nursing, including pathways to lead nurse roles, mentorship opportunities for newer staff, and the chance to specialize in spine, vascular, robotics, or other high-demand surgical areas. Compelling compensation supports your journey: weekly pay ranges from $2,453 to $2,604, with the potential for a sign-on bonus and housing assistance to make relocation smoother. For those who value continuity, extension opportunities exist, allowing you to deepen rapport with the surgical team and, most importantly, with patients and families who rely on your expertise. Comprehensive 24/7 support travels with you, including credentialing assistance, onboarding, continuing education resources, and a dedicated travel coordinator who checks in regularly to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience. The program is designed to empower you with robust clinical resources, safety prioritization, and a culture of mutual respect that recognizes your contributions to patient outcomes and team dynamics.
Our company is anchored in empowering its staff, with a clear focus on career advancement, ongoing development, and a supportive work environment. We invest in your professional journey through orientation programs, access to cutting-edge perioperative practices, and opportunities to broaden your scope across surgical subspecialties. The culture centers on open communication, mentorship, and recognition of excellence, ensuring you feel valued at every stage of your travel assignment. You’ll join a network of nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals who collaborate across locations to deliver consistent, high-quality care while preserving work–life balance. The leadership team is dedicated to your growth, offering guidance, resources, and structured pathways to leadership roles and specialized certifications that align with your interests and career ambitions. In short, this is more than assignment logistics—it’s a pathway to deeper expertise, stronger professional identity, and a supported, forward-thinking workplace culture.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now to join a team that celebrates your perioperative talents and invests in your ongoing development. This opportunity offers meaningful patient impact, the chance to explore California’s nearby wonders, and the support system you deserve as you navigate a travel nursing career. With Templeton as your base and the broader U.S. opportunities available through our network, you can shape a fulfilling trajectory in OR nursing—one that marries clinical excellence with personal growth. Start date is 03/30/2026, and assignments run for weeks at a time, with flexible durations and the potential for extension as you build strong, lasting relationships with your teams and patients. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
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