Travel OR RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR
- Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Abilene, Texas.

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN with craniotomy/burr hole experience required and a TX or compact RN license for a 13-week assignment.

• General OR setting supporting Neuro/Spine, Ortho/Trauma, and General/Robotics/Trauma surgical cases
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Day shift schedule, 4x10 hours, Mon-Wed or Wed-Fri, with call and late days as required
• Alternate schedules may be considered, including 4x10s  or ) or 5x8s )
• Allscripts charting system preferred but not required

• Active TX or compact RN license in hand required at time of consideration
• BLS certification required
• ACLS, CNOR, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in the service line required
• Craniotomy and burr hole experience required
• Experience with trauma cases such as amputations, burns, gunshot/stab wounds, and MVAs preferred
• Experience with neurology procedures including anterior cervical fusion, cervical fusion, craniotomy, kyphoplasty, and laminectomy/discectomy preferred
• Experience with orthopedic procedures including ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy, arthrotomy, carpal tunnel release, and fracture reductions preferred
• Experience with spinal procedures including spinal fusion and total joint replacement preferred
• Experience with general surgery procedures including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resection, hernia repair, and mastectomy preferred
• Experience with Da Vinci Xi Surgical System preferred
• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred

• Must reside within 150 miles for local candidate consideration
• Previous permanent staff must have separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Facility conducts an onsite drug screen upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with mandatory clearance required
• Required lab work must be completed within 72 hours of accepting an offer, or a completion plan must be in place
• Travel experience preferred but first-time travelers may still be considered
• Orientation includes required non-billable modules averaging 6-8 hours

American Traveler Job  #P-761825. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Operating Room

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.