Location: Hermiston, OR

Start Date: 01-06-2026

End Date: 04-07-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Scheduled rotation (days vary), 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM, Evening/Rotating shift (regular on-call rotation)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $68 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

• Provide high-quality pre-anesthesia assessments and prepare patients for procedures
• Deliver Phase I and Phase II post-anesthesia care, monitoring recovery closely
• Monitor surgical and local-only patients in the OR and administer sedation as indicated
• Act as a strong patient advocate, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the perioperative experience
• Direct and supervise assigned personnel, promoting teamwork and best practices
• Participate in the scheduled on-call rotation for the Post-Anesthesia Unit
• Follow established standards of care, policies, and procedures to maintain excellent outcomes

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) credential (state licensure required or eligible)
• Clinical experience in PACU, perioperative nursing, or post-anesthesia care
• Demonstrated ability to monitor surgical patients and manage sedation for procedures
• Experience in supervising or directing support personnel
• Willingness to participate in a regular on-call rotation for the Post-Anesthesia Unit

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of post-anesthesia care Phase I and Phase II practices
• Skilled in pre-anesthesia assessment and perioperative patient monitoring
• Comfortable administering and monitoring sedation for procedures
• Excellent patient advocacy and communication skills
• Ability to lead and supervise team members in a fast-paced perioperative environment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make paperwork painless
• Paid time off so you can recharge when you need it
• Life insurance and basic protection for peace of mind
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Referral bonus program to reward you for recommending great teammates
• A supportive team that values your voice and clinical judgment

Travel Perks: Explore Hermiston, OR

Hermiston sits along the Columbia River with great access to outdoor recreation. Explore Hat Rock State Park for hiking and river views, try fishing or boating on the Columbia, visit the McNary National Wildlife Refuge for birdwatching, or take a short drive to Pendleton for local culture and dining. Weekend trips to the Tri-Cities or Walla Walla wine country are easy for a change of scenery.

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