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Registered Nurse - Surgery (Travel)

Location: Kennewick, Washington
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Travel
Shift: Day
Hours per Week: 40 (weekly guaranteed)

Unit & Patient Population

Department: Operating Room (OR)
Trauma Level: 3
Number of OR rooms: 6
Patient ratio: 1:1
Patient population: Primarily adult and geriatric
Equipment: Mostly Stryker
Electronic Health Record (EHR): Paragon
Specialties include: General Surgery (robotic and laparoscopic), Urology, Gynecology, Spine, Orthopedics (including total joints, podiatry, and hand), and Vascular
Common diagnosis/treatment: Varied between outpatient and inpatient

Job Requirements

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington
Minimum of 1 year of experience in Day Surgery, with experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Must have experience in most or all of the specialties listed above

Additional Information

Weekend hours: Call
Patient care focus: Adult surgical patients
Personality fit: Not specified
No prior travel experience explicitly required

Location Highlights

Located in southeastern Washington, serving the Tri-Cities area (Kennewick, Pasco, Richland)
111-bed teaching hospital
Area offers recreational opportunities including golf courses and parks
Approximately 3 hours from Seattle and Portland, 2 hours from Spokane
Direct flights available from local airport to major U.S. hubs

Note: Must be located more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify as a travel assignment.

Facility

Trios Southridge Hospital

3.3rating(17 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Trios Southridge Hospital

4.0rating

Pros

This Cath Lab is only travelers at the moment and has locum doctors on rotation. Some days are very slow but there is also a couple IR doctors who does some easy procedures.

Cons

On call is currently 7 consecutive days on then you get 4 days off before going back on due to number of staff present.

Curtis B

Cath Lab Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Jan '26

Review of Trios Southridge Hospital on Mar 13, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care

ADDRESS3810 Plaza WayKennewick, WA 99338

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About Kennewick, WA

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Kennewick, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Kennewick, WA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for money.

Weather

In the summer, average highs are around 87°F, and average lows are around 60°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 41°F, and average lows are around 27°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Kennewick, WA, offering convenience for travel nurses.

Transportation

Kennewick is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Kennewick has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the dry climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Kennewick offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines, as well as opportunities to explore art and music.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing, while sports fans can attend local events and games.

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