Travel Registered Nurse OR Job
Chico, CA
Contracted
Enloe Medical Center
Mid Level
Embark on a transformative travel assignment as a Registered Nurse specializing in the Operating Room in Chico, California. This is your chance to apply advanced perioperative skills to safeguard patient outcomes, collaborate with top surgeons and anesthesiologists, and grow within a dynamic OR environment that values precision, compassion, and continuous learning. Your actions in the OR will ripple beyond the walls of the hospital, touching families, communities, and the future of surgical care. And when you want to explore, California’s diverse landscapes—from the foothills of the Sierra Nevada to vibrant urban amenities and serene river settings—await your next adventure. In this multi-week assignment starting on 03/23/2026, you will have a predictable schedule with guaranteed hours and a competitive weekly pay rate of $2,662-$2,845.
Location Benefits
Chico offers a welcoming, close-knit community with safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation. You’ll enjoy easy access to urban amenities in a relaxed setting, with opportunities to explore nearby natural wonders, including parks, trails, and the Sacramento Valley’s scenic drives. For travel enthusiasts who crave variety, this role also provides the option to rotate through facilities across the United States, expanding your professional horizons while maintaining the stability of a guaranteed 40-hour week. The combination of a supportive local environment and networked opportunities nationwide means you can tailor your assignments to your career goals and lifestyle preferences.
Role Specifics and Benefits
- Core responsibilities: Function as a skilled OR RN, serving as circulating nurse or scrub nurse as required, ensuring sterility and patient safety throughout perioperative care. Prepare the OR, verify and manage instrumentation and equipment, assist with positioning, monitor patient status, collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and perioperative teams, maintain meticulous documentation, and support rapid turnover between cases. Uphold aseptic technique, enforce patient safety protocols, and participate in post-operative handoffs and debriefings. Bring critical thinking, adaptability, and compassionate patient advocacy to every procedure.
- Professional growth: This assignment is designed to deepen proficiency across diverse surgical specialties, expand cross-hospital teamwork, and enhance leadership capabilities in fast-paced environments. You’ll gain exposure to advanced equipment, new protocols, and quality improvement initiatives, positioning you for enhanced roles within perioperative services.
- Compensation and benefits: Enjoy a competitive weekly pay range of $2,662-$2,845, with guaranteed hours to support financial predictability. Eligible travelers may receive a sign-on or completion bonus, depending on assignment specifics. Comprehensive housing assistance is provided to reduce relocation stress, along with potential stipends for relocation or ancillary needs. Opportunities to extend your contract beyond the initial term allow you to build continuity with trusted teams and facilities.
- Support and security: Rely on 24/7 dedicated support from a traveling healthcare partner, ensuring you have assistance on the go, access to credentialing help, and seamless problem resolution. Our program emphasizes safety, compliance, and a smooth onboarding process, so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
Company Values
Our program is built on empowering clinicians to advance their careers within a supportive, collaborative culture. We invest in your development through accessible mentorship, ongoing education, and clear pathways for advancement. The environment is structured to honor your expertise, protect your well-being, and celebrate your contributions to perioperative outcomes. You’ll join a community that values integrity, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence in every surgical encounter.
Call to Action
Ready to elevate your OR nursing career while seeing new corners of the country? Apply now to join a company that prioritizes your professional growth, well-being, and impact. Embrace a role where your clinical excellence is matched by comprehensive support, attractive benefits, and the opportunity to extend with trusted teams across the United States. Start your journey on 03/23/2026 and discover how far your skills can take you when you’re part of a team that truly values your contribution.
Location Benefits
Chico offers a welcoming, close-knit community with safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation. You’ll enjoy easy access to urban amenities in a relaxed setting, with opportunities to explore nearby natural wonders, including parks, trails, and the Sacramento Valley’s scenic drives. For travel enthusiasts who crave variety, this role also provides the option to rotate through facilities across the United States, expanding your professional horizons while maintaining the stability of a guaranteed 40-hour week. The combination of a supportive local environment and networked opportunities nationwide means you can tailor your assignments to your career goals and lifestyle preferences.
Role Specifics and Benefits
- Core responsibilities: Function as a skilled OR RN, serving as circulating nurse or scrub nurse as required, ensuring sterility and patient safety throughout perioperative care. Prepare the OR, verify and manage instrumentation and equipment, assist with positioning, monitor patient status, collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and perioperative teams, maintain meticulous documentation, and support rapid turnover between cases. Uphold aseptic technique, enforce patient safety protocols, and participate in post-operative handoffs and debriefings. Bring critical thinking, adaptability, and compassionate patient advocacy to every procedure.
- Professional growth: This assignment is designed to deepen proficiency across diverse surgical specialties, expand cross-hospital teamwork, and enhance leadership capabilities in fast-paced environments. You’ll gain exposure to advanced equipment, new protocols, and quality improvement initiatives, positioning you for enhanced roles within perioperative services.
- Compensation and benefits: Enjoy a competitive weekly pay range of $2,662-$2,845, with guaranteed hours to support financial predictability. Eligible travelers may receive a sign-on or completion bonus, depending on assignment specifics. Comprehensive housing assistance is provided to reduce relocation stress, along with potential stipends for relocation or ancillary needs. Opportunities to extend your contract beyond the initial term allow you to build continuity with trusted teams and facilities.
- Support and security: Rely on 24/7 dedicated support from a traveling healthcare partner, ensuring you have assistance on the go, access to credentialing help, and seamless problem resolution. Our program emphasizes safety, compliance, and a smooth onboarding process, so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
Company Values
Our program is built on empowering clinicians to advance their careers within a supportive, collaborative culture. We invest in your development through accessible mentorship, ongoing education, and clear pathways for advancement. The environment is structured to honor your expertise, protect your well-being, and celebrate your contributions to perioperative outcomes. You’ll join a community that values integrity, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence in every surgical encounter.
Call to Action
Ready to elevate your OR nursing career while seeing new corners of the country? Apply now to join a company that prioritizes your professional growth, well-being, and impact. Embrace a role where your clinical excellence is matched by comprehensive support, attractive benefits, and the opportunity to extend with trusted teams across the United States. Start your journey on 03/23/2026 and discover how far your skills can take you when you’re part of a team that truly values your contribution.
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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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