Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,492 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Abilene, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : OR - Operating Room
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 11 / 24 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Abilene, Texas

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in Abilene, Texas (zip code 79601). This 13-week travel nursing job places you in a modern healthcare facility, providing perioperative care to a diverse patient population. Abilene is celebrated for its friendly community, affordable cost of living, and vibrant arts scene—making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking Texas nursing jobs.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Abilene, TX 79601 (Texas healthcare jobs)

Assignment Length : 13 weeks (travel nurse contract)

Start Date : November 10, 2025 (flexible orientation through December 1)

Shift : Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts (06 : 30 - 15 : 00), Monday to Friday

Hours per Week : 40

Estimated Weekly Salary : $2070-$2220

Call and Late Days : As needed

Patient Population : Adolescents, Adults, Pediatrics, Geriatrics

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact state (RN jobs Texas)

Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience (OR nurse experience required)

Required experience with craniotomy and burr hole procedures

Certifications : BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS (CNOR certification preferred)

Experience with Allscripts or Altera electronic charting systems preferred

Flu vaccine required (medical / religious exemptions accepted)

Preferred : Previous charge nurse, Trauma Level I / II, and travel nursing experience

Ability to complete required labs within 72 hours of offer acceptance

Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver perioperative nursing care for surgical procedures including neuro / spine, ortho / trauma, and general / robotics / trauma cases

Demonstrate proficiency in craniotomy and burr hole surgeries

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, and more)

Maintain accurate documentation using electronic medical record systems

Participate in call rotation and cover late days as needed

Ensure a safe and efficient operating room environment for patients of all ages

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team in Abilene, Texas, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #421084. 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 : OR

About GHR Healthcare - Travel Division

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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

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