Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN – Operating Room (OR) for travel assignments. This role involves assisting in surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with the surgical team. The ideal candidate has strong critical-thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain sterile surgical environments.
- Assist surgeons during operative procedures, passing instruments and supplies.
- Monitor patient vital signs and ensure safety throughout surgery.
- Administer medications, anesthesia support, and IV fluids as needed.
- Ensure compliance with infection control and aseptic techniques.
- Educate patients and families on preoperative and postoperative care.
- Travel to various hospitals and surgical centers for temporary assignments.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in the Operating Room (OR).
- Certifications: BLS and ACLS required; CNOR preferred.
- Skills: Proficiency in surgical instrumentation, aseptic techniques, and patient monitoring.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long hours and assist with patient positioning.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Work in top surgical facilities and trauma centers.
- Access to continuing education and surgical specialty training.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for Operating Room (OR) procedures? A thrilling travel healthcare assignment awaits you in the vibrant city of Chico, California — where the beauty of Northern California meets the charm of a bustling college town.
In this 13-week opportunity, you'll dive into the heart of healthcare excellence, delivering top-notch care in a dynamic OR setting. As a travel nurse, you'll bring your expertise to a new environment, collaborating with diverse teams and embracing exciting challenges daily.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and providing compassionate care throughout the surgical journey. Utilize your OR skills to their fullest potential while enjoying the picturesque surroundings of Chico, nestled between the Sierra Nevada foothills and lush agricultural lands.
At TLC Nursing, we prioritize your success and well-being. As a nurse-founded agency, we offer round-the-clock recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing — because your comfort and growth matter to us.
**Weekly Pay: $2,762.0**
For added peace of mind, our benefits package includes:
- Best in the Industry Pay Packages
- $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire
- Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law)
- 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years
- Aflac – Available for employee purchase
- Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals
- EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP
Seize this opportunity to enhance your career, experience a new corner of the country, and make a difference in the lives of patients in need. Take the next step in your journey — apply now to embark on this enriching travel healthcare assignment in Chico, California.