Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – OR Circulator
Operating Room, San Luis Obispo, California
Start Date: 06/08/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly pay: $2,479–$2,632 per week
Guaranteed Hours: 40 per week
Shift: 5x8 Rotating (8-hour shifts)
Setting: Travel assignment in a hospital setting

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,479 to $2,632 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Rotating 8-hour shifts
- Start date: 06/08/2026
- Travel assignment in a hospital setting
- This position is represented by CNA

Responsibilities
- Serve as OR Circulator, assisting surgeons and anesthesia team and coordinating the flow of equipment, supplies, and staff during operative procedures.
- Monitor and support patient safety throughout the perioperative phase of care.
- Participate in patient care planning, assessment, and nursing treatment in collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintain sterile technique, ensure instrument counts, and manage environmental safety in the OR.
- Communicate effectively with all members of the perioperative team and document pertinent care activities.
- Collaborate with the CNA representation and support staff to optimize workflow and patient outcomes.

Requirements
- Active RN license in California (or eligible to practice in the state)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Nursing degree from an accredited program (ASN/BSN preferred)
- Experience in perioperative nursing or OR circulating role preferred
- Ability to work in a high-paced surgical environment and rotate shifts
- Eligibility for a travel assignment in the United States, including ability to work in the listed setting

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Assignment coordination and client liaison from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Continuous support line for travel clinicians during the assignment
- Access to credentialing assistance and resources as needed
- Availability of extension opportunities based on assignment needs and performance

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s career site at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view additional travel assignments and permanent roles.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.