Observation Unit RN
Bend, OR
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,037/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care250 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a part-time Observation Unit night shift position requiring an active OR RN license, pediatric experience, and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Part-time position in a hospital's Observation Unit, 60 hours every two weeks
- Night shift schedule (3x12 or 2x12 hours), 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Weekend shifts required per unit needs
- No on-call requirements
- Floats within scope to acute care or sitter roles, including CV recovery, PACU, and short stay unit
Requirements
- Active OR RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Pediatric experience required (hard requirement)
- Trauma Level II hospital experience required; Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, nasal cannula, and oxygen administration
- IV therapy and phlebotomy skills, including peripheral line care and starting/maintaining IVs
- Experience with cardiac monitoring and Rapid Response/Code team protocols
- Prior travel nursing experience may be required depending on overall years of experience
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care within an Observation Unit setting, floating as needed to support acute care areas
- Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; local candidates will not be accepted
- Maximum of 7 total days of requested time off permitted during the 13-week assignment
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Annual facility training modules are completed during orientation
Facility
Saint Charles Bend Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Saint Charles Bend Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 250 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Definitive Observation Unit 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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