OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Lancaster CA – High Acuity Trauma 2 OR Nurse Contract

Job Description

OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Lancaster CA: 13-Week Trauma 2 Operating Room Assignment

Registered Nurses seeking high-acuity clinical experience will find exceptional opportunities through OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Lancaster CA. This 13-week assignment supports a Trauma Level 2 Operating Room and provides consistent exposure to complex surgical workflows, time-sensitive trauma cases, and advanced robotics procedures. The role is ideal for clinicians who excel in fast-paced perioperative environments and want to expand their trauma competency while earning a competitive weekly compensation package.

About the Role – OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Lancaster CA

The Operating Room Travel RN will support a dynamic Trauma Level 2 environment committed to high-quality patient care and efficient surgical operations. The OR handles trauma activations, orthopedic trauma, robotic surgery, general surgery, and emergent procedures requiring rapid decision-making and clinical precision. Travel nurses will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, technologists, anesthesia providers, and clinical leadership to ensure safe and efficient case flow.

This setting is well-suited for clinicians who enjoy high-volume perioperative work, clear communication structures, and a strong team-based workflow.

Location: Lancaster, California
Trauma 2 Operating Room Setting

Schedule

• Day Shift
• 7 AM to 5 PM
• 4 x10-hour shifts weekly
• 13-week contract length
• Weekend rotation, holiday rotation, and call rotation required

Travel nurses should be prepared for a steady pace, a responsive staffing model, and a schedule aligned with trauma-driven demand.

Compensation
Estimated Weekly Gross: $3,111.11 to $3,333.20
Overtime Pay: 1.5x taxable hourly rate
Standard 40 hours per week

The total compensation package includes taxable earnings and IRS-compliant non-taxable reimbursements for lodging and meals/incidentals.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for one of the leading OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Lancaster CA, all applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Active California RN License
• Nursing Degree from accredited institution
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room RN experience
• Minimum 1 year of Travel Nurse experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Required competencies: Trauma OR, Orthopedic procedures, Robotic surgical systems
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Willingness to participate in weekends, holidays, and call rotation

Key Responsibilities

• Circulate trauma, orthopedic trauma, and robotics surgical cases
• Support pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative workflows
• Communicate effectively with surgical teams to maintain case efficiency
• Prepare OR suites and ensure sterile technique adherence
• Respond to time-sensitive trauma activations with accuracy and urgency
• Document clinical findings and patient data according to regulatory requirements
• Follow hospital protocols for safety, infection control, and equipment usage
• Maintain readiness during high-acuity situations and rapid turnover
• Support interdisciplinary coordination to ensure patient safety

These responsibilities reflect expectations across high-acuity Operating Room travel nurse assignments in California.

Workplace Culture

The culture in this Trauma Level 2 Operating Room is fast-paced, collaborative, and grounded in community-centered care. Clinicians can expect:

• Consistent high-acuity surgical volume
• A supportive, union-influenced team environment
• Strong peer collaboration and cross-disciplinary communication
• Exposure to diverse trauma and emergent case types
• Opportunities to expand critical decision-making skills

Travel nurses frequently highlight being welcomed as integral members of the team rather than temporary staff. The OR promotes resilience, teamwork, and professional growth, making it an excellent match for clinicians pursuing travel nurse OR jobs in Southern California or Trauma OR RN travel positions.

Benefits

Day-one medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401k matching program
Weekly direct deposit
Licensure, compliance, and onboarding reimbursements
Supportive recruiter and credentialing team throughout your assignment

Why Work With Us

Acquire Medstaff is a nurse-owned healthcare staffing agency built on trust, transparency, and mission-aligned placement. Explore additional opportunities at
www.acquiremedstaff.com/job/

Our mission is to restore reliability balance and dignity to healthcare staffing while supporting nurses through meaningful work and equitable compensation.

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If you are a qualified Operating Room Travel RN seeking one of the most competitive OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Lancaster CA, apply today to begin the screening and interview process. Our recruitment team will reach out promptly with next steps.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.