American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Tyler, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/20/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with strong vascular, ortho, and neuro skills for a Level 1 trauma center, TX or compact license required.
Responsibilities
- Position is in the Operating Room department of a Level 1 trauma center
- Handles a broad range of cases including orthopedic, neuro, vascular, urology, general, robotic, and some eye procedures
- Shift is 4x10 hour days, Monday to Friday, 10:30 to 21:00, with a rotating day off and required call
- Unit has 14 OR rooms
- No EMR documentation is required, but EPIC charting experience is preferred
- No local candidates accepted from specified counties or within a 50-mile radius
- Will participate in a variety of surgical procedures except for cardiac and transplant cases
- Call coverage is required as part of the rotation
- No travel pairs or groups will be considered
- No more than 3 days of requested time off (RTO) will be auto-approved, and no RTO is allowed during the first week of orientation
- Orientation includes onsite modules completed during the first week, totaling 4-6 hours for RNs
- Holiday coverage may be required as part of the assignment
Requirements
- Active TX or compact State RN license required at time of consideration
- Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience required with robust expertise in vascular, ortho, neuro, urology, and general cases
- Current BLS certification and NBSTSA certification required
- ACLS certification preferred
- Previous travel experience required
- Pediatrics and adolescent experience preferred
- Skills in trauma, endo/lap, neuro, ortho, podiatry, thoracic, vascular, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid endarterectomy, endovascular aneurysm repair, femoral popliteal bypass graft, dilation & curettage, and aseptic technique are required
- Former permanent staff must be gone at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-615638. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room
About American Traveler
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.
