Location: Scottsbluff, NE

Start Date: 01-09-2026

End Date: 04-10-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 10-hour shifts; 4x10 schedule with weekend call rotation every 4th-5th weekend and one weeknight on-call per week (rotating)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $74 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 safe, patient-centered perioperative nursing care in the OR for orthopedic and neurosurgery cases
• Prepare operating rooms, instruments, and implants using strict sterile technique
• Anticipate surgeon needs and assist during procedures to support excellent outcomes
• Perform thorough pre-op and post-op assessments and communicate changes to the care team
• Respond promptly and professionally to on-call notifications for urgent surgical needs
• Collaborate with anesthesia, surgical techs, and other clinicians to ensure smooth workflows
• Document care accurately in the medical record and participate in quality improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state licensure required prior to start)
• Operating Room (OR) experience required with demonstrated Orthopedic OR experience
• Neurosurgery OR experience required (Level 1 or Level 2 experience preferred)
• Prior on-call experience and comfort covering weekend and weeknight call rotations
• Current BLS required; ACLS and specialty certifications a plus
• Strong clinical judgment, ability to work independently in a fast-paced surgical environment

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; BSN preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in sterile technique and OR infection control practices
• Knowledge of orthopedic and neurosurgical instruments, implants, and procedures
• Skilled in patient assessment, perioperative monitoring, and postoperative care
• Familiarity with common OR documentation and electronic medical records
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move stress-free
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Professional liability coverage provided for travel assignments
• Access to continuing education and training to grow your clinical skills
• A supportive team and clinical leadership that values your contributions
• Quick-start onboarding and dedicated recruiter support to get you working fast

Travel Perks: Explore Scottsbluff, NE

Scottsbluff sits near some of Nebraska's most scenic and historic sites. When you’re off shift, explore Scotts Bluff National Monument for sweeping views and hiking trails, take a short drive to Chimney Rock and Oregon Trail landmarks for a dose of frontier history, enjoy birdwatching and riverside strolls along the North Platte, and discover local cafes, museums, and community events in Scottsbluff and nearby Gering. Weekend road trips to nearby small towns offer classic Midwest charm and outdoor recreation.

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