RN: OR

Job Description:

Join a travel healthcare contract in Burns, Oregon, supporting a critical access surgical department as an Operating Room Registered Nurse. You will circulate during surgeries, assist with pre- and post-operative care, and support sterile processing for surgical instruments. The schedule includes three 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. with rotating call approximately one week out of every three or four weeks. Scheduled weekend surgeries are not typical, though call-in coverage may be needed. This assignment is well suited for an experienced nurse who is comfortable working independently and managing a focused surgical schedule, with no more than one surgery taking place at a time.

Weather:

Burns typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with clear skies, chilly mornings, and comfortable conditions for exploring the high desert when temperatures allow. Dressing in layers and keeping a warm outer layer handy will help you enjoy the area.

Fun Things To Do:

• Outdoor Escape: Explore Malheur National Wildlife Refuge and its high-desert wetlands.
• Scenic Drive: Take a day trip through the Steens Mountain area for expansive desert and mountain views.
• Desert Adventure: Plan a day trip to the Alvord Desert for wide-open scenery and dramatic landscapes.
• Local History: Visit the Harney County Historical Museum in Burns.
• Easygoing Outing: Enjoy birdwatching, photography, and peaceful walks around the surrounding high desert.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Burns, Oregon

Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., three shifts per week

Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks