Operating Room RN
San Luis Obispo, CA
Prime Staffing
5x8 hrs
$2,596/weekOverview
- Start Date04/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
About the Position
Specialty: Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR)
Experience: Minimum 2 years of recent OR experience required
License: Active State or Compact RN License
Certifications: BLS and ACLS required – must include expiration dates
Must-Have: All time-off requests must be submitted with the initial application
Description:
We are seeking an experienced OR RN to provide perioperative nursing care, including patient assessment, circulating, and assisting in surgical procedures. Must be able to scrub and circulate a variety of surgical cases, maintain a sterile environment, and collaborate with surgeons and surgical techs.
This is a 12-hour shift role with possible weekend, holiday, and on-call requirements. Floating within surgical services may be expected. Compliance and onboarding take an average of 4–6 weeks.
Requirements
Required for Onboarding:
- Active RN License
- BLS
Employer
Prime Staffing
5 nurses recommend working with Prime Staffing
About San Luis Obispo, CA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in San Luis Obispo, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 75-80°F and winter lows of 40-45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may be limited.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- Car friendliness with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- San Luis Obispo has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports.
- The city also hosts music and cultural events throughout the year.
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