Operating Room Registered Nurse
Winona, MN
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,196/weekOverview
- Start Date06/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (OR RN) - Winona, Minnesota
Job Details
- Specialty: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
- Location: Winona, Minnesota
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Day shifts
- Hours: 8 hours per day, approximately 36 hours per week
- Call Requirements:
- Weeknights: On-call 1-2 times per week, late stay rotations, approximately 15.5 hours of weeknight call
- Weekends: On-call 1-2 times per month, 24-hour call shifts (Saturday 06:45–06:45 Sunday)
- Holidays: May be asked to participate in holiday call rotations including day before, day of, and day after; holiday coverage may extend to adjacent weekends
- Call Response Time: 30 minutes
- Scheduling: Block scheduling managed by the manager; flexibility required to fill gaps in permanent schedule
Work Environment
- Department: Operating Room (OR)
- Number of OR Suites: 7
- Average Cases per Day: 5-25
- Common Case Types:
- General surgery
- Orthopedic/sports medicine (including total joints)
- Plastics and cosmetics (preferred experience)
- Podiatry
- Cataracts/Eye procedures
- OB/GYN/Women’s Health (non-cancer related)
- Endoscopy/Colonoscopy
- Facility Type: Rural community hospital with a wide variety of cases; similar in size to Trauma Level 3 & 4 or Critical Access Hospitals
- EMR System: Cerner/Oracle
- Floating: May be asked to float into OR scrub role, PAA/PACU, sterile processing, or other support roles
- Orientation: 1-2 shifts with preceptor plus 1-2 call shifts with preceptor
- Dress Code: Scrub color provided at facility (cannot be worn outside); must arrive presentable
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of RN experience in Operating Room
- Experience circulating in various cases, with specific experience in general surgery and orthopedic total joints
- Preferred plastics experience
- BLS Certification required
- ACLS Certification is a plus
- Scrubbing: Circulating required; scrub experience preferred
Additional Notes
- Charge nurse available for OR/PAA/PACU
- OR techs present
- Radius rule: 100 miles from facility
Employer
Host Healthcare
245 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Love the support the recruiters give and all the work they do. 10/10 recommend host
Cons
No cons maybe more money offers
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About Winona, MN
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Winona, MN here's what you should know:- Winona's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 82°F, and winter lows are around 9°F, so be prepared for a wide range of temperatures.
- Short term rentals can be found in Winona, but it's recommended to start searching early, especially during peak seasons.
- Winona is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Winona has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Winona offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities on the Mississippi River.
- Sports enthusiasts can participate in or attend local college games and community events.
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