Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR RN) - Trinidad, CA

Make a meaningful impact by providing expert nursing care in a dynamic operating room setting. This position requires a knowledgeable RN with strong experience in surgical nursing and OR procedures. You’ll play a vital role in patient safety and perioperative care alongside a skilled surgical team.

• 40 hours per week guaranteed, except for Independence Day and Labor Day weeks (32-hour minimum).

• Active California RN license (required)
• BLS certification (current)
• Recent TB clearance (within the past 12 months)
• Proven background in operating room/OR circulator roles
• Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and communication abilities

• Serve as circulating nurse in the operating room, ensuring adherence to sterile technique and patient safety
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists
• Prepare the operating room and required instrumentation for each case
• Conduct preoperative and postoperative patient assessments
• Accurately document patient care and maintain clear medical records
• Advocate for patient well‑being throughout perioperative phases
• Collaborate on maintaining efficiency and a safe working environment

• Competitive compensation: $100 per hour
• Opportunity for consistent, guaranteed hours except for specified holiday weeks
• Explore beautiful Northern California communities for temporary or travel housing (resources available for short-term rentals and RV accommodations)

This is a contract-based opportunity designed for skilled RNs eager to broaden their surgical nursing experience. If you hold a current CA RN license, BLS certification, and recent TB clearance, and have a passion for perioperative care, we encourage you to take the next step.