Dialysis RN
Bend, Oregon
Saint Charles Bend Medical Center

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Opportunity

Location: Bend, Oregon
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• May be placed in Charge RN role as needed (prior charge experience preferred)
• Shift: 4x10 hour day shifts
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 (days), 1:1 (nights)
• On-call required: 1830-0800 daily, plus 24 hours on Sunday
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend (EOW)
• Floating: Yes, within scope to meet facility needs (between Bend and Madras)
• Local candidates accepted only if within 75-mile radius
• Pending license not accepted
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: 7 days

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of specialty experience as a Registered Nurse
• Prior travel experience not explicitly required
• First-time travelers are welcome

Certifications Required

• ACLS (AHA Provider, Instructor, or RQI acceptable)
• BLS (AHA Provider, Instructor, or RQI acceptable)

Preferred Experience

• Epic electronic health record experience preferred

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check (updated annually) including:

  • SSN Trace
  • Counties lived/worked/school
  • FACIS L3
  • DOJ Sex Offender Search
  • Nationwide check
  • Education verification (highest level)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 90 days of start
• Diploma or transcript required on file
• Primary source verification of state license and NURSYS verification required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• TDAP vaccine within 10 years (or declination accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per protocol
• Annual TB questionnaire
• Proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer required)
  • Varicella
• Negative 12-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination required during flu season
• COVID vaccine preferred but not required; declination or exemption required if unvaccinated
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually

Additional Requirements

• Time-sensitive facility-specific documents and agreements must be signed and on file prior to start
• Passport-style photo required for badge within 48 hours of signing

This position offers a structured schedule with on-call and weekend responsibilities, requiring a minimum of 1 year RN experience and current ACLS/BLS certifications. Prior travel experience is not mandatory, making it suitable for first-time travel nurses.