Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in San Luis Obispo, California.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/08/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a CA-licensed RN OR Circulator with 1+ years of operating room experience and expertise in ortho, neuro, and trauma cases.

• Surgery unit position functioning as an OR Circulator
• Day/Evening shift, 5x8s, Monday-Friday  with openness to 4x10 schedules
• Schedule and start times rotate
• Call required at least one night per week and one weekend per schedule, with potential for more based on need

• Active CA RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• CNOR certification preferred
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Minimum 1 year of full-time operating room experience required
• Ortho, Neuro, and Trauma surgical experience required
• EPIC experience required

• Facility is a county-designated trauma center with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Assists surgeons and anesthesiologists while coordinating equipment, supplies, and staff flow during surgical procedures
• Applies aseptic technique and ensures patient safety throughout the perioperative phase of care
• Performs pre, intra, and post-procedure patient care planning and assessment
• Handles and disposes of biohazardous materials per established protocols
• Documents tissue/allograft temperature and verifies package integrity per manufacturer guidelines
• Candidates with more than 5 days of requested time off will not be considered
• Candidates with any prior adverse action on their nursing license will not be considered
• No radius restriction applies, and local candidates receive the same pay rate as travelers

American Traveler Job  #P-748355. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Operating Room

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.