Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,690 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Hermiston, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Pre-Admission Services Registered Nurse (PAS RN) Operating Room (OR) Hermiston, Oregon

The Pre-Admission Services (PAS) Registered Nurse specializes in comprehensive pre-operative patient assessment and risk evaluation to support optimal surgical outcomes and patient safety. This role focuses on the pre-operative phase through telephone consultations and in-person visits, identifying anesthesia and surgical risks and helping ensure appropriate medical clearance prior to procedures. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.

Job Details

• Schedule: MondayFriday, 08:0016:30, 40 hours per week (shift time and hours may vary based on operational needs).
• Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing; BSN preferred; current, unrestricted Oregon and Washington Registered Nurse licenses; Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); Crisis Response and Safety Education (CRASE) training; ability to work with a culturally diverse population; minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience; previous surgical experience; experience with Epic (Electronic Health Record) system; knowledge of evidence-based practice and quality improvement methodologies.
• Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification; specialty certification relevant to assigned clinical areas (examples provided in the posting include CPAN, CAPA, CNOR); bilingual and/or English Spanish speaking.
• Responsibilities:
  • Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments via telephone and in-person consultations to evaluate patient readiness for surgery and anesthesia.
  • Review patient medical history, current medications, allergies, and prior surgical/anesthetic experiences; assess anesthesia and surgical risks using evidence-based screening tools and established clinical protocols.
  • Monitor vital signs and perform focused physical assessments as indicated during in-person visits; identify high-risk patients requiring additional medical clearance, optimization, or specialty consultation.
  • Coordinate pre-operative testing, consultations, and medical clearances based on patient risk factors and procedure requirements.
  • Document comprehensive pre-operative assessments and risk evaluations accurately and completely in Epic; monitor and triage Epic InBasket messages related to pre-admission services.
  • Provide telephone triage for pre-operative patient calls, manage referrals, coordinate consultations between specialties and primary care providers, and communicate findings and recommendations to anesthesia providers and surgeons.
  • Coordinate pre-operative orders, laboratory results, and diagnostic testing; respond to patient portal messages and telephone calls within established timeframes.
  • Provide tailored pre-operative education on surgical procedures, anesthesia options, dietary restrictions, medication management, arrival procedures, and post-operative expectations; address patient and family concerns.
  • Support medication adjustments and NPO (nil per os) guidelines specific to procedure needs; support patient understanding of informed consent processes and documentation requirements.
  • Collaborate with the Pre-Admission Services Nurse Practitioner, anesthesia team, surgeons, and multidisciplinary perioperative teams; participate in multidisciplinary care planning meetings for high-risk patients.
  • Adhere to clinic policies, procedures, and safety protocols for pre-admission services; maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA, HIPAA, and DNV standards; apply evidence-based practice guidelines to ensure consistent quality pre-operative care.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to pre-admission services and patient outcomes; recognize and report safety concerns, near misses

Cross Country Job ID #1275506. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus