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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,947 per week

First Connect Health

  • Chadron, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • $2,947 Per Week

Highlights

This role is ideal for a versatile perioperative nurse who thrives across the entire surgical continuum—circulating inpatient and outpatient cases as well as managing pre-operative prep and PACU recovery. Procedural Scope & Core Duties: Complete perioperative coverage including pre-operative patient workup, intraoperative circulating, and Phase I/Phase II post-anesthesia care (PACU recovery).

Numbers & Facts

LocationChadron, NE

Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Chadron, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/12/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

DAY-SHIFT PERIOPERATIVE / OR RN CONTRACT – CHADRON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

First Connect Health has an immediate 13-week travel contract opening for an experienced Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) in Chadron, Nebraska (Scenic Pine Ridge / Nebraska Panhandle region). Operating within surgical services at Chadron Community Hospital & Health Services, this position features a desirable 5x8 daytime schedule (40 hours weekly, Monday through Friday). This role is ideal for a versatile perioperative nurse who thrives across the entire surgical continuum—circulating inpatient and outpatient cases as well as managing pre-operative prep and PACU recovery. If you have an active Nebraska or Compact license and want to earn $2,947/week with maximum tax-free stipends in a tight-knit community hospital setting, this assignment is built for you!

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

  • Weekly Gross: $2,947.00
  • Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,267.00
  • Hourly W2 Rate: $42.00/hr (40 regular hours)
  • Overtime Rate: $63.00/hr

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

  • Schedule: Day shifts, 5x8-Hours (40 hours per week, Monday – Friday).
  • Guaranteed Hours: 40 regular hours guaranteed weekly.
  • On-Call Structure:
    • Minimum of one (1) weekday on-call shift per week.
    • Weekend on-call rotation: one (1) weekend every 3rd or 4th weekend.
  • Facility & Clinical Setting: Chadron Community Hospital & Health Services.
  • Procedural Scope & Core Duties: Complete perioperative coverage including pre-operative patient workup, intraoperative circulating, and Phase I/Phase II post-anesthesia care (PACU recovery). Caseload covers general surgery, laparoscopic procedures, endoscopy, orthopedics, OB/GYN, ENT, and urology.
  • Core Competencies: Circulating surgical suites, aseptic technique, surgical counts, airway management and vital sign stabilization in PACU, surgical site prep, and physician collaboration.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

  • Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of dedicated acute care perioperative RN experience with verified circulating, pre-op, and PACU competencies.
  • Licensure: Active Nebraska State RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly required in hand at submittal.
  • Certifications Required:
    • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
    • AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

✨ WORK WITH FIRST CONNECT HEALTH

Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized surgical staffing division. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate compliance checklist support, and prioritize your profile directly with our direct facility client lead!

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Location Details: Assignment is located at Chadron Community Hospital & Health Services, 825 Centennial Dr, Chadron, NE 69337 (Surgical Services Department). ⏱️ Assignment Timeline: 13-week contract running from October 05, 2026, through January 04, 2027. Call Commitment: Candidate must agree to required call obligations: minimum of 1 weekday shift/week and 1 weekend every 3–4 weeks. Submittal Rules & Compliance: Active Nebraska or Compact RN license must be attached at submittal (no exceptions). Current AHA BLS and ACLS must be active and uploaded with the packet. Verified experience in circulating, pre-op, and post-op/PACU must be reflected on the resume. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be submitted upfront in the profile packet.

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

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