Travel Registered Nurse OR Job
Templeton, CA
Contracted
Adventist Health Twin Cities - Westways
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal Operating Room nursing role as a Registered Nurse in the OR, focused on delivering precision, teamwork, and patient‑centered care. This travel assignment is crafted for dedicated OR nurses who thrive in fast‑paced environments, excel at collaboration with surgeons and anesthesiologists, and are committed to outstanding outcomes. Beginning 03/30/2026, you’ll join a supportive team for a flexible duration of several weeks, with competitive weekly pay ranging from $2,253 to $2,313. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact on surgical care and broaden your professional horizons across diverse settings, this opportunity is for you.
California’s beauty is the backdrop to your professional journey—sunlit coastlines, towering redwoods, rolling wine country, and scenic mountains welcome you beyond every shift, making your time outside the hospital as rewarding as your time inside the OR. Separately, Templeton offers a welcoming community vibe with access to outdoor recreation, nearby beaches, and convenient amenities, creating a balanced environment that supports your travel lifestyle. Travel assignments like this also open doors to working in facilities across the U.S., exposing you to varied surgical teams, equipment, and patient populations that sharpen your skills and expand your professional network.
Location Benefits
- Templeton, California, combines a close‑knit community feel with access to broader regional adventures—from family‐friendly outings to weekend explorations along the coast and into the scenic countryside.
- The opportunity to work in multiple locations across the United States provides exposure to different hospital cultures, operating room layouts, and case mixes, enriching your clinical repertoire and adaptability.
- You’ll gain resilience and versatility by supporting OR teams through a wide spectrum of procedures, while enjoying the balance and support that traveling roles offer.
Role Specifics and Benefits
- Key responsibilities: Provide expert perioperative nursing care across a variety of surgical specialties, including pre‑op assessment, intraoperative patient monitoring, sterile technique, instrument and sponge counts, and post‑anesthesia handoffs. Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, scrub techs, and circulating staff to maintain patient safety, optimize case flow, and minimize turnaround times. Ensure accurate charting, equipment readiness, and adherence to aseptic protocols, while advocating for patient comfort and dignity throughout the surgical journey.
- Growth opportunities: This role offers meaningful professional development within the OR specialty, with exposure to diverse procedures and surgeon teams. Build proficiency across different critical care scenarios, refine leadership and crisis‑management skills, and pursue continuing education supported by the program to advance your career trajectory.
- Benefits and support: Enjoy competitive compensation with a bonus consideration, plus housing assistance to ease relocation. This assignment also features extension opportunities for continued engagement with the same or new facilities, allowing you to deepen expertise and build lasting professional relationships.
- Comprehensive support: You’ll receive 24/7 support from our dedicated travel team, including nurse advocates, relocation assistance, credentialing help, and rapid issue resolution to keep your focus on patient care. A robust traveler care program ensures you have resources at every step of your journey.
Company Values
Our organization is built on empowering staff, prioritizing career advancement, and fostering a supportive, collaborative work environment. We’re committed to recognizing your expertise, investing in your professional growth, and ensuring you feel valued as an essential member of the surgical team. Our culture emphasizes open communication, mentorship, and a shared mission to deliver high‑quality care while supporting your well‑being and work‑life balance.
Call to Action
If you’re a dedicated OR RN ready to expand your practice across dynamic settings and make a tangible impact on patients’ lives, apply now. This is your chance to partner with a company that values your skill, supports your development, and helps you navigate a fulfilling travel nursing career in a way that fits your goals and lifestyle.
Please 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.
California’s beauty is the backdrop to your professional journey—sunlit coastlines, towering redwoods, rolling wine country, and scenic mountains welcome you beyond every shift, making your time outside the hospital as rewarding as your time inside the OR. Separately, Templeton offers a welcoming community vibe with access to outdoor recreation, nearby beaches, and convenient amenities, creating a balanced environment that supports your travel lifestyle. Travel assignments like this also open doors to working in facilities across the U.S., exposing you to varied surgical teams, equipment, and patient populations that sharpen your skills and expand your professional network.
Location Benefits
- Templeton, California, combines a close‑knit community feel with access to broader regional adventures—from family‐friendly outings to weekend explorations along the coast and into the scenic countryside.
- The opportunity to work in multiple locations across the United States provides exposure to different hospital cultures, operating room layouts, and case mixes, enriching your clinical repertoire and adaptability.
- You’ll gain resilience and versatility by supporting OR teams through a wide spectrum of procedures, while enjoying the balance and support that traveling roles offer.
Role Specifics and Benefits
- Key responsibilities: Provide expert perioperative nursing care across a variety of surgical specialties, including pre‑op assessment, intraoperative patient monitoring, sterile technique, instrument and sponge counts, and post‑anesthesia handoffs. Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, scrub techs, and circulating staff to maintain patient safety, optimize case flow, and minimize turnaround times. Ensure accurate charting, equipment readiness, and adherence to aseptic protocols, while advocating for patient comfort and dignity throughout the surgical journey.
- Growth opportunities: This role offers meaningful professional development within the OR specialty, with exposure to diverse procedures and surgeon teams. Build proficiency across different critical care scenarios, refine leadership and crisis‑management skills, and pursue continuing education supported by the program to advance your career trajectory.
- Benefits and support: Enjoy competitive compensation with a bonus consideration, plus housing assistance to ease relocation. This assignment also features extension opportunities for continued engagement with the same or new facilities, allowing you to deepen expertise and build lasting professional relationships.
- Comprehensive support: You’ll receive 24/7 support from our dedicated travel team, including nurse advocates, relocation assistance, credentialing help, and rapid issue resolution to keep your focus on patient care. A robust traveler care program ensures you have resources at every step of your journey.
Company Values
Our organization is built on empowering staff, prioritizing career advancement, and fostering a supportive, collaborative work environment. We’re committed to recognizing your expertise, investing in your professional growth, and ensuring you feel valued as an essential member of the surgical team. Our culture emphasizes open communication, mentorship, and a shared mission to deliver high‑quality care while supporting your well‑being and work‑life balance.
Call to Action
If you’re a dedicated OR RN ready to expand your practice across dynamic settings and make a tangible impact on patients’ lives, apply now. This is your chance to partner with a company that values your skill, supports your development, and helps you navigate a fulfilling travel nursing career in a way that fits your goals and lifestyle.
Please 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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About TLC Nursing
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.
Why Travelers Choose HealthForce
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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