Job Title: RN – OR Circulator (Robotics Experience Required)
Location: Bakersfield, California
Department: Surgery / Operating Room
Shift: Day Shift – 4x10 Hour Shifts
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
A hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an experienced Operating Room Circulator RN for a 13-week contract assignment. This role requires strong robotic surgery experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment supporting a variety of procedures.
The RN will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia teams, and surgical staff to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative process.
Day Shift
4x10-hour shifts per week
Call Requirement: Up to 10 call days per month
Call schedule is created monthly and days will vary
If surgical volume is low at the specialty facility, nurses may float to the main campus approximately 2 miles away to assist with patient care. During these times, nurses may be asked to run a room or assist as a breaker to ensure full utilization of scheduled hours.
Candidates must have operating room experience with the following:
Da Vinci robotic surgery (General surgery)
Mako robotic procedures (Knee and Hip replacements)
Orthopedic spine procedures
Anterior and posterior spine surgeries
OR Circulating experience
Provide coordinated nursing care for surgical patients following established standards of care
Perform patient assessments and evaluate clinical needs before, during, and after surgical procedures
Develop and implement individualized care plans
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary teams
Maintain a safe and sterile surgical environment
Educate patients and families regarding procedures and recovery expectations
Participate in discharge planning to ensure continuity of care
Delegate tasks appropriately to surgical team members
Monitor patient outcomes and adjust care plans as needed
Perform other duties as assigned within the surgical department
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Experience working in an acute care hospital setting
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
Bakersfield is one of California’s fastest-growing cities and offers a unique blend of affordability and outdoor recreation.
Highlights include:
More affordable housing compared to many West Coast cities
Warm weather and sunny climate
Easy access to Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, and the Central California coast
Within driving distance of Los Angeles entertainment, sports, and attractions