OR | Registered Nurse

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) Travel Assignment in Abilene, Texas

Experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse needed for a 13-week travel RN assignment in Abilene, TX. Abilene offers a welcoming West Texas atmosphere with a strong sense of community, making it an appealing place to live and work while you build your nursing career. Join a collaborative perioperative team in a fast-paced surgical setting with a diverse case mix, strong interdisciplinary support, and day-shift hours.

Job Details

• Setting: Operating Room / Perioperative Nursing
• Location: Abilene, TX 79601
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 12 hours (06:30 - 19:00)
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110 - $2,220
• Orientation: 40 hours
• Start Date: 10/19/2026

Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand at time of submission
• Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room RN or surgical services experience required
• Experience in neuro/spine, ortho/trauma, or general/robotics/trauma procedures preferred
• Craniotomy and burr hole experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
• Allscripts experience preferred; Altera experience also preferred
• Current certifications required for the role, including BLS and other OR-related credentials per facility guidelines
• Flu vaccine required; medical or religious exemptions only
• Must be able to complete all compliance items and lab work within the required timeframe

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care in the Operating Room for a variety of surgical cases
• Support perioperative procedures in neuro/spine, ortho/trauma, and general/robotic surgery
• Assist with craniotomy and burr hole cases while maintaining strict attention to detail and patient safety
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the perioperative care team to ensure efficient case flow
• Prepare the OR, maintain sterile technique, and monitor patients throughout the surgical process
• Document accurately in the charting system and communicate clearly with the care team
• Adapt to late days and call requirements as needed to support unit operations
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment focused on excellent patient outcomes

Apply now to take the next step in your Texas nursing career with this Operating Room RN travel job in Abilene.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.