Travel Nurse RN - OR Circulate - in Hermiston

Registered Nurse (RN) | OR Circulate Location: Hermiston, OR Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $74 per hour Shift Information: Days Start Date: ASAP

Travel Nurse Source  is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified OR Circulate RN in hermiston, Oregon, 97838!

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Location: Hermiston, OR

Start Date: 01-05-2026

End Date: 04-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM Day

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $74 per hour

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.

• Provide safe, efficient perioperative nursing care across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases
• Serve as the circulating RN: coordinate patient care, equipment, and staff during surgical procedures
• Advocate for patients and act as their voice throughout the surgical experience
• Supervise and direct assigned personnel, ensuring adherence to policies and standards of care
• Collaborate with the Unit Nurse Manager, House Supervisor, and RN Team Leader to maintain smooth operations
• Assist with unit coordination tasks, including patient flow, documentation, and communication with the surgical team
• Float to other qualified departments when needed to support staffing and continuity of care

• Current, active RN license in Oregon or eligibility for Oregon licensure (compact license eligible candidates encouraged to apply)
• Prior perioperative or surgical nursing experience preferred; circulating nurse experience a strong plus
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required;
  Advanced certifications (ACLS, CNOR) preferred
• Comfort supervising and directing clinical staff and acting as a patient advocate in the OR
• Ability to work an on-call rotation and float to other units as needed
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) — BSN preferred

• Perioperative care: preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative best practices
• Nursing process application and clinical decision-making in the surgical setting
• Patient advocacy and safety during surgical procedures
• Familiarity with standards of care, policies, and procedures in the OR
• Unit coordination, team leadership, and effective supervision
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary surgical teams

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable and convenient
• Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can stay healthy while you help others
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current without the hassle
• Paid time off to recharge between shifts and enjoy the Pacific Northwest
• A supportive team that values YOU — collaboration, mentorship, and respect on every shift
• Professional development and training opportunities to grow your perioperative skills
• Referral bonus program for recommending great clinicians (because great teammates know great teammates)
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support to get you settled quickly

Hermiston sits in the scenic Columbia Basin with easy access to outdoor adventures and regional culture. Explore the nearby Columbia River for boating and fishing, hike or picnic at Hat Rock State Park, birdwatch at the Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge, or take weekend trips to Walla Walla’s wineries and the cultural events in nearby Pendleton. Local fairs, farmers markets, and community events give you a taste of small-town Oregon charm between shifts.

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