Registered Nurse - OR in Longmont, CO

Registered Nurse - OR Location: Longmont, CO Start Date: 02-23-2026 End Date: 05-25-2026 Contract Type: Travel Contract Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM, 3 days/week (day-focused); weeknight on-call ~7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (approximately 1 night/week); weekend call approximately 1x/month (Saturday 7:00 AM - Monday 7:00 AM coverage when scheduled). Call response time: 30 minutes. Hours per Week: 36 Candidate Pay Rate: $66 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 • Assist and support surgeons in a variety of cases including spine, neuro, general, ortho, GYN, urology, ophthalmology and ENT • Prepare the OR and maintain sterile technique for procedures, including robotic-assisted cases with the DaVinci system • Coordinate perioperative patient care from pre-op through post-op, ensuring patient safety and comfort • Chart accurately and efficiently in Epic to maintain complete patient records and handoffs • Respond to call assignments within the required 30-minute window when scheduled • Collaborate with CSTs, anesthesia, surgeons and the broader care team to keep cases moving and patients protected • Participate in orientation and unit-specific training tailored for travel RNs to ensure competency Qualifications • Current and unrestricted RN license (able to practice in Colorado) — must be able to submit license and driver’s license • Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with solid OR/perioperative background • Required certifications: BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association preferred) • Hands-on experience with spine and neuro cases required; DaVinci robotic experience strongly preferred • Comfort scrubbing when needed (preferred) and working with CSTs and multi-disciplinary teams • Ability to be in-state for orientation week and meet a 30-minute call response time Education • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma required; BSN preferred but not required • Basic and advanced life support certifications (BLS, ACLS) required Knowledge & Skills • Perioperative nursing principles and OR workflow knowledge • Robotic-assisted surgery familiarity (DaVinci) and surgical instrumentation awareness • Proficiency with Epic electronic medical record documentation • Strong sterile technique, case management and patient advocacy skills • Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and multitask in a fast-paced OR environment • Excellent communication and teamwork skills to coordinate complex surgical cases Benefits • Generous travel assignment perks including housing support and travel reimbursement to help you settle in quickly • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy • 401(k) retirement savings options so you can plan for tomorrow • Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind • Paid Time Off to recharge after those intense OR cases • Licensure assistance & reimbursement to make credentialing smoother • Professional development and continuing ed support to grow your perioperative skills • A collaborative OR team that values your experience and treats you like family Travel Perks: Explore Longmont, CO Longmont is a fantastic base for outdoor lovers and weekend explorers. Enjoy easy access to Boulder and the iconic Flatirons for hiking and climbing, scenic drives to Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park for wildlife and alpine trails, nearby mountain biking and fishing at St. Vrain State Park, local craft breweries and a lively downtown dining scene, and quick trips to ski areas like Eldora for winter slopes. Plenty of small-town charm, farmer’s markets, and cultural events make evenings and days off worth savoring. Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - OR? Let's get you moving forward! Send your resume to jobs@uhcstaffing.com or call us at 408-441-9200 today. Hashtags #RegisteredNurseJobs #LongmontCOJobs #TravelNurse #ORnurse #PerioperativeNursing #DaVinciRobotics #UHCCareers #HealthcareJobs #NursingJobs #EpicRN