Location: Hermiston, OR

Start Date: 02-20-2026

End Date: 05-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Three 12-hour day shifts per week (schedule varies; includes every other weekend), 07:00 AM - 07:30 PM, day shift

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 compassionate, high-quality Med/Surg nursing care to adult and pediatric patients
• Perform thorough assessments, develop care plans, and implement appropriate interventions
• Administer medications and treatments safely and document accurately in the medical record
• Collaborate closely with the hospitalist and interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes
• Act independently with good clinical judgment while escalating concerns appropriately
• Support patient and family education to promote recovery and safe discharge
• Participate in shift handoffs and maintain continuity of care across the team

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) credential
• Minimum three years of nursing experience, preferably with Med/Surg exposure
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications (required)
• Comfort caring for both adult and pediatric patients
• Experience with 12-hour shifts and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Willingness to collaborate with hospitalists and work in a rural healthcare setting

Knowledge & Skills

• Med/Surg fundamentals and strong patient assessment skills
• IV medication administration and safe documentation practices
• Recognizing and responding to clinical changes and emergencies
• Working independently while contributing to a small team
• Effective communication with patients, families, and providers
• Adaptability to a modern facility in a rural environment

Benefits

• Meaningful short-term contract that lets you make a big impact in a modern rural facility
• Supportive team environment with close collaboration with a full-time Hospitalist
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current and compliant
• Travel support and local orientation so you hit the ground running
• Paid time off and schedule predictability with three 12-hour shifts
• Professional development encouragement and access to continuing education
• Work-life balance friendly scheduling that still gives you weekends off most of the time
• A welcoming culture where your independence and clinical judgment are valued

Travel Perks: Explore Hermiston, OR

Hermiston sits in scenic Northeast Oregon with easy access to outdoor recreation and small-town charm. Enjoy fishing and boating along the nearby Columbia River and McNary Reservoir, scenic hikes and rock formations at Hat Rock State Park, and regional flavor in Pendleton, home of the famous Pendleton Round-Up and local museums. Wine lovers can take weekend trips to nearby Walla Walla for tastings, and the Blue Mountains and Umatilla National Forest offer trails for hiking and wildlife viewing. Local farmers markets, community events, and friendly downtown spots make it easy to explore on your time off.

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