Job description
Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR)
Location: Denver, CO
Start Date: 09-21-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM, Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (36 hours)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $56 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures, ensuring all equipment is sterile and ready
- Assist surgeons and surgical teams during operations, anticipating their needs
- Monitor patient vitals and anesthesia during surgery, responding to any changes
- Maintain a sterile field and adhere to strict infection control guidelines
- Document all intraoperative care and communicate clearly with recovery teams
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for optimal patient outcomes
Qualifications
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum 1 year of current hospital acute care OR experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Ability to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to surgical patients
- Flexibility and outstanding teamwork skills are essential
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and sterile technique
- Proficiency with Meditech EMR systems
- Experience with Ortho/Spine, Cardiovascular, General, and Robotics cases
- Excellent communication and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations
Benefits
- Guaranteed hours for every scheduled shift
- Housing stipend to help with living expenses
- Travel reimbursement for your journey to Denver
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- 24/7 support from a dedicated liaison team
Travel Perks: Explore Denver, CO
Explore the Mile High City with its vibrant arts scene, craft breweries, and outdoor adventures. Hit the slopes in the Rocky Mountains, hike scenic trails, or catch a game at Empower Field. Denver offers the perfect blend of urban excitement and natural beauty - your weekends will never be dull!
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.