Travel Registered Nurse OR Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – OR (Operating Room) in Bakersfield, California, United States
Start date: 07/20/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly pay: $2,489 - $2,599 per week | Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts (40 hours per week)
Assignment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment
Setting: healthcare environment

This opening supports a travel assignment for experienced nursing staff in the perioperative area. The RN delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. The role includes supervising and directing the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff and coordinating care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Contract duration is 13 weeks with guaranteed work expectations aligned to 40 hours per week.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,489 - $2,599
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts
- Start date: 07/20/2026
- Assignment setting: Travel position in a healthcare environment

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process
- Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff
- Coordinate care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment
- Maintain patient safety and comfort and respond to changes in condition as part of perioperative care
- Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately to support continuity of care

Requirements
- Active California RN license
- OR/perioperative nursing experience preferred
- BLS certification (basic life support)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced perioperative environment
- Ability to complete credentialing and onboarding requirements
- Availability to work 8-hour daytime shifts and fulfill the 40-hour weekly schedule

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Continued assignment coordination and support during the 13-week contract
- Extension opportunities and potential future openings through the same program

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PAY DISCLAIMER
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.

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.

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

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

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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
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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.

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