Operating Room Registered Nurse
Bend, OR
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,133/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care250 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN with a minimum of 3 years of experience, Epic proficiency, and trauma surgery skills for a 13-week travel contract.
Details
- Work in the Operating Room of an acute care hospital setting
- Ortho trauma, craniotomy, and trauma surgery cases performed in a Trauma Level II facility
- Night shift: 4x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM; Day shift: 4x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- On-call required: 2 weeknights every 6 weeks, plus one weekend (Saturday and Sunday, 12-hour day or night shifts) every month and a half
- Epic EMR experience is required
Requirements
- Active RN license with OR endorsement required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; CNOR certification preferred
- Minimum 3 years of OR nursing experience required
- Experience with ortho trauma, craniotomy, and trauma surgery in a Trauma Level II setting required
- Epic EMR proficiency required
- Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible; proof of address required
- 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
- Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers with a minimum of 3 years of experience will be considered
- Pending OR RN license may be considered on a case-by-case basis
- RTO is capped at a maximum of 7 days for the 13-week assignment; all time-off requests must be submitted upfront
- Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must live more than 75 miles from the facility
Facility
Saint Charles Bend Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Saint Charles Bend Medical Center
Pros
Traveler friendly. Lots of staff. Busy LDRP but not insanely busy. Bend is a beautiful city with lots of things to do.
Cons
Cost of living is high.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 250 beds
Employer
American Traveler
70 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Kerissa is amazing to work with! She responds to my calls or texts within minutes and has been very helpful. If Kerissa cannot answer my questions herself she will reach out to appropriate department and get back to me quickly. Thanks Kerissa!
Cons
None!
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.
About Bend, OR
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Bend, OR here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Bend, OR is higher than the national average, particularly in terms of housing and transportation.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 20-30°F.
- Bend experiences a dry climate with over 150 sunny days per year.
- Short term rentals are available in Bend, but they may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during peak tourist seasons.
- Bend is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.
- A car is typically necessary for getting around the city and exploring the surrounding outdoor attractions.
- Bend has a relatively homogenous population with a majority of residents being White.
- The city has a wide age range, with a growing population of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high desert climate.
- Bend attracts a significant number of travel nurses due to its outdoor recreational opportunities.
- Bend offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, biking, rafting, and skiing.
- The city also has a vibrant downtown area with boutiques, galleries, and breweries, as well as opportunities for art, music, and sports enthusiasts.
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