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Embark on a transformative journey as a Traveling Registered Nurse in the Operating Room with a focused opportunity in Lamar Colorado starting 01/12/2026. This assignment is more than a jobits a chance to shape surgical outcomes collaborate with skilled teams and elevate your perioperative expertise. Youll be part of a mission-driven organization that values precision compassion and continuous growth delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced high-stakes environments. As you broaden your horizons youll also have the opportunity to experienceColorados rich landscapes and outdoor traditionsneighborhoods that blend small-town warmth with access to wide-open spaces where weekend adventures await and the scenery invites awe. From the rolling plains to the nearby foothills Colorados beauty is a backdrop for your professional and personal exploration offering moments of respite after demanding shifts and a chance to recharge with family friends and nature.

Lamar Colorado sits in a welcoming regional community providing a supportive setting where you can deliver exceptional perioperative care while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. The area offers affordable living local culture and proximity to outdoor recreation that makes downtime restorative. Beyond Lamar the broader Colorado experience presents a spectrum of experiencesfrom mountain vistas and sunny skies to historic towns and nearby national parksmaking this assignment not only a professional engagement but a gateway to memorable surroundings. Our program also provides flexibility for travel across the United States allowing you to broaden your clinical exposure while maintaining the same core standards of care and support you expect from a trusted partner.

Role specifics and benefits
As a Traveling OR RN youll be integral to the patient journeyfrom preoperative preparation through post-anesthesia recovery. Your responsibilities will include maintaining sterile technique assisting in scrubs or circulating roles and providing vigilant intraoperative patient advocacy. Youll collaborate with surgeons anesthesiologists surgical techs and unit staff to ensure seamless case flow meticulous instrument counts and adherence to safety protocols. Youll contribute to the development of safe efficient perioperative pathways support patient education and help optimize turnover so teams can deliver timely high-quality care across diverse surgical specialties.

Key responsibilities
- Prepare and assist in the operating room maintaining sterile fields ensuring correct equipment availability and supporting patient safety throughout procedures.
- Monitor and respond to intraoperative events coordinate with anesthesia and surgical teams and document critical information with accuracy.
- Participate in preoperative assessment and postoperative disposition conversations contributing to comprehensive care plans.
- Uphold infection control standards environmental safety and regulatory compliance; engage in ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
- Adapt quickly to varying OR layouts equipment and case mixes while maintaining consistent compassionate patient care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes share best practices and support staff development.

Growth and benefits
- Competitive weekly pay: $2837-$3005 with guaranteed hours of 40 per week.
- Housing assistance and relocation support to ease transition to the Lamar assignment and to make multi-location work feasible.
- A tangible pathway for contract extensions and ongoing assignments across locations enabling you to broaden your clinical repertoire and leadership opportunities.
- A comprehensive support network including 24/7 travel and clinical liaison assistance credentialing help and credentialing oversight to minimize downtime and maximize clinical time at the bedside.
- Access to continual education and perioperative growth opportunities with mentorship and structured pathways to advance within the OR specialty.

Support and environment
The company is built on a culture of empowermentvaluing your expertise recognizing your contributions and investing in your professional development. Youll benefit from a supportive work environment that encourages proactive communication teamwork and safety-first care. Our travel program provides dedicated coordinators who prioritize your well-being schedule consistency where possible and prompt resolution of any concerns. Youll have the tools resources and people you need to thrivewhether youre scrubbing on complex cases circulating specialized procedures or mentoring newer staff.

Company values
We are committed to empowering our nursing staff with opportunities for career advancement ongoing education and a collaborative inclusive workplace. Our teams emphasize patient safety evidence-based practice and a culture of continuous improvement. We recognize that skilled perioperative nurses are the backbone of successful surgeries and we invest in your growth to help you expand competencies assume leadership roles and contribute to high performing surgical services.

Call to action
If youre a dedicated OR nurse seeking a dynamic multi-location opportunity that honors your autonomy clinical excellence and commitment to patient care we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a traveling nursing family that values your expertise offers competitive compensation and housing assistance and supports your professional journey with 24/7 dedicated care. Elevate your perioperative practice explore new communities and help shape the future of surgical carebegin your next chapter with us in Lamar Colorado starting 01/12/2026.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs LPNs CNAs and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield Traveler Protection
ShiftShield protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1000 per referral no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.