Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

Start Date: 03-09-2026

End Date: 06-08-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating shifts including days and evenings, variable 8-, 10- and 12-hour shifts. Day example: Monday-Friday (4x10), 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Call required Monday-Friday nights, 9:00 PM - 6:30 AM. Weekend coverage: Saturday and Sunday split coverage 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 6:30 AM. Holiday and additional weekend coverage as needed.

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $105 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide expert perioperative nursing care during a wide range of surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort
• Circulate effectively in Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Spine and General Surgery cases to support optimal surgical flow
• Maintain accurate patient records in EPIC and ensure seamless handoffs with the surgical team
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiology and perioperative staff to anticipate needs and improve outcomes
• Respond to trauma activations and high-acuity surgical situations in a Level 1 Trauma 18-bed OR
• Float to other units within the organization as needed to support staffing and patient care demands
• Participate in on-call coverage and holiday/weekend staffing to ensure continuous patient support

Qualifications

• Active RN license in California (or compact state eligibility where applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room RN experience
• Experience working in or preferred experience with Level 1 trauma centers
• Proficiency with EPIC charting and perioperative documentation
• Current BCLS/BLS certification required; NIHSS preferred
• Comfortable circulating and scrub roles across multiple specialties including trauma, ortho and neuro
• Willingness to float to other units and participate in required call and weekend coverage

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of sterile technique, perioperative patient assessment and anesthesia processes
• Skills in circulating for Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Spine and General Surgery
• Familiarity with robotic and laparoscopic assisted procedures and specialty case workflows
• Ability to manage high-volume surgical days (45-50 procedures per day) with calm efficiency
• Strong teamwork, communication and documentation skills in EPIC
• Trauma triage and acute surgical care experience for high-acuity patients

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and comfortable travel housing options to help you settle in quickly
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can build your future while you care for others
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional mobility
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments and maintain work-life balance
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support to make relocation smooth and easy
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and celebrate together
• A supportive team that values your expertise, with opportunities to learn across specialties
• Robust orientation and EPIC training to get you charting confidently from day one

Travel Perks: Explore San Luis Obispo, CA

San Luis Obispo is a beautiful Central Coast hub with plenty to explore between shifts. Hike the iconic Bishop Peak for panoramic views, stroll the charming downtown and catch the lively Thursday night farmers market. Nearby beaches like Pismo Beach and Avila Beach offer surfing, kayaking and seal watching. Sip your way through Paso Robles wine country or take a scenic drive to Hearst Castle and the elephant seals at Piedras Blancas. If you prefer smaller outings, enjoy local cafes, boutique shopping, bike paths and weekend farmers markets that showcase fresh produce and coastal culture.

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