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Ortho RN
Salem, Oregon
Salem Hospital

$1,720-1,820/week

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Ortho RN

Overview

Travel/Contract RN role in Salem, Oregon
13-week assignment
Start: ASAP
Shift: 12-hour days, 0700-1930
Ratios: 1:4-6
First-timers accepted
Locals accepted
Pending Oregon license accepted
Weekend requirement: every other weekend, not GTE
Clinician will float if needed, including to West Valley Hospital
RTO over 2 weeks needs approval

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Oregon
Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
1 year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience
BLS issued by American Heart Association or RQI
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Non-invasive airway management
Orthopedics experience
Experience with Epic

Preferred

None stated

Unit / Setting

6S Ortho unit
Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence
46-bed specialty unit on the sixth floor of Building B
Short Term Acute Care hospital
Magnet, Teaching, Level II Trauma Center
Epic charting

Additional Notes

Nurses in this unit are not required to have orthopedic experience for consideration
Education will be provided upon hire

Facility

Salem Hospital

4.1rating(54 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Salem Hospital

Anonymous

Cardiology (RN)

Contract Position

3.0rating

Pros

Coworkers are very helpful and it’s amazing to work with them!

Cons

Shortage of CNAs is the biggest minus and makes the day very heavy and exhausting!!!

Review of Salem Hospital on Oct 25, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
421 beds

ADDRESS890 Oak Street SoutheastSalem, OR 97301

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About Salem, OR

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Salem, OR here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Salem's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 80-85°F, while winter average lows range from 32-35°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Salem, with various options available for travel nurses.

Transportation

Salem is car-friendly, with easy navigation and ample parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

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

Things to Do

Salem offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic district and Oregon State Capitol, visiting wineries in the award-winning wine country, enjoying Minto Brown Island Park for outdoor activities, and exploring unique shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues in Downtown Salem.

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