Travel Operating Room RN Circulator - $2,776 per week

American Traveler; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Housing stipends

Job summary

A leading travel nursing company is seeking a travel nurse RN for the Operating Room in Hermiston, Oregon. The successful candidate will work in a hospital environment, focusing on intraoperative and perioperative practices. Qualifications include an active RN license in Oregon and certifications such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC. This role requires strong multitasking abilities and offers a 12-hour day shift on a travel basis. Exceptional benefits, including medical insurance and 401(k) match, are provided from day one.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active RN license in the state of Oregon.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC are required.
• Associate degree in nursing is a must; a BSN is preferred.
• CNOR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital-based OR/Surgery unit for various patient populations.
• Act as RN Circulator focusing on intraoperative and perioperative nursing.
• Maintain patient physiological systems and ensure safety protocols.
• On-call responsibilities on a regular rotation.
• Travelers may be floated to other departments when qualified.
• Advocate for patients with verification, specimen management and infection prevention.
• Perform surgical counts, administer medications, maintain patient physiology.
• Document care and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Active RN license in Oregon

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

TNCC certification

Ability to shift between tasks

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Overview

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Hermiston, Oregon.

Assignment Details

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Responsibilities

• Work setting is a hospital-based OR/Surgery unit serving all patient populations
• Role is RN Circulator, focusing on intraoperative and perioperative nursing practice
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week
• On-call responsibilities are required on a regular scheduled rotation
• Travelers may be floated to other departments where qualified before core staff is floated
• Serves as patient advocate throughout the surgical continuum, ensuring correct site/side/level verification, specimen management, and infection prevention
• Responsibilities include surgical counts, medication administration, and maintaining patient physiological systems at or above baseline levels
• Documents nursing care accurately and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams
• CNOR certification is preferred
• If the assignment extends beyond 6 months, CRASE training will be required
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded; no experience minimum is listed

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of Oregon required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required; BSN preferred
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, frequently shifting between tasks of different natures without loss of efficiency
• No minimum years of experience stated; previous RN circulator experience is preferred
• Scrub experience preferred
• Completion of Peri-op 101 course preferred

Benefits

• Serves as patient advocate throughout the surgical continuum, ensuring correct site/side/level verification, specimen management, and infection prevention
• 246: Details include medication administration and maintaining patient physiological systems at/above baseline
• Documents nursing care accurately and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams
• CNOR certification is preferred
• If the assignment extends beyond 6 months, CRASE training will be required
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded; no experience minimum is listed

Pay and Job ID

American Traveler Job ID #P-688830. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.