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

GHR Healthcare 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 / 10 / 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 as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in Abilene, Texas (zip code 79601). This 13-week travel nursing assignment places you in a leading healthcare facility, delivering perioperative care to a diverse patient population. Abilene offers a welcoming Texas community, vibrant arts scene, and scenic West Texas landscapes—making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking rewarding travel nurse jobs in Texas.

Travel Nurse Job Details

Estimated Weekly Salary : $2070-$2220

Assignment Length : 13 weeks

Start Date : November 10, 2025 (must start 11 / 10 or 12 / 1)

Shift : 4x10-hour day shifts (10 : 30 AM – 9 : 00 PM), Monday to Thursday; possible call and late days

Weekly Hours : 40

Healthcare Setting : Main Operating Room

Patient Population : Adolescents, Adults, Pediatrics, Geriatrics

Orientation : 40 hours (includes 6-8 hours of modules)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

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

Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience

Proven experience with craniotomy and burr hole procedures required

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

Preferred : Previous charge nurse experience and trauma level I / II experience

Preferred : Experience with Allscripts or Altera electronic charting systems

Flu vaccine required (medical / religious exemptions considered)

Ability to complete required labs within 72 hours of offer acceptance

Travel nursing experience preferred

OR RN Responsibilities

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

Demonstrate proficiency in craniotomy and burr hole procedures

Assist with surgeries such as amputations, spinal fusions, joint replacements, and trauma cases

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, rapid response)

Maintain accurate documentation and patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems

Participate in call rotation and accommodate late days as needed

Provide compassionate, high-quality patient care to all age groups

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse in Abilene, Texas, and take the next step in your 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 Job ID #421088. 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

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

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

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

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