American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR Circulate for a travel nursing job in Hermiston, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR Circulate
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 28, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN Circulator for an Operating Room position requiring ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications along with at least two years of perioperative experience.
Details
- Perioperative nursing role within the Surgery department of a hospital setting
- Responsible for intraoperative circulating duties across all patient populations in the OR and other perioperative areas
- Day shift schedule, 3 shifts per week at 12 hours per shift
- On-call responsibilities on a regular rotating schedule
- Floating to other qualified departments may be required before core staff are floated
Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of Oregon
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- TNCC certification required
- Minimum two years of nursing experience required
- Associate of Science in Nursing required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
- Previous RN circulator experience preferred
- Scrub experience and completion of a Peri-op 101 course preferred
- CNOR certification preferred
- CRASE training required if assignment extends beyond six months
Additional Information
- Act as patient advocate ensuring safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care throughout the surgical experience
- Protect patients from injury related to extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, laser, mechanical, and thermal sources
- Perform counting procedures to prevent unintended retained surgical items
- Verify correct surgical site, side, and level prior to procedures
- Manage patient specimens per organizational policy
- Administer medications safely and accurately
- Monitor and support patient body systems to maintain baseline status throughout the procedure
- Protect patient rights, dignity, and privacy while delivering culturally competent, ethical care
- Document nursing care accurately, completely, and legibly
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and participate in required facility education programs
- Direct and supervise assigned personnel during surgical procedures
- First-time travelers may be considered for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P-782435. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room
About American Traveler
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.