GHR Healthcare - Travel 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: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – 13-Week Contract in Abilene, Texas Apply now for an Operating Room Registered Nurse travel contract in Abilene, Texas. Join a collaborative surgical services team and provide perioperative nursing care across neuro/spine, orthopedic trauma, general, robotic, and trauma procedures. This on-site travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced OR nurse who is confident supporting a wide range of surgical cases. Abilene offers a welcoming West Texas community with a relaxed pace of life, convenient amenities, outdoor recreation, and local culture.

Travel Nursing Job Details Specialty: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)

Location: Abilene, Texas Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110–$2,220 Start Date: November 16, 2026 Contract Duration: 13 weeks Schedule: Day shifts, 3x12-hour shifts; approximately 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Shift Duration: 12-hour days Hours: 36 hours per week Scheduling Notes: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday block scheduling, with call and late days as required Orientation: Approximately 40 hours Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, pediatric patients, and geriatric patients Position Type: Travel nursing contract Operating Room Nurse Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand at the time of submission At least 2 years of recent Operating Room nursing experience Recent experience with neuro/spine, orthopedic trauma, general, robotic, and trauma procedures Required experience with craniotomies and burr-hole procedures Current BLS certification Preferred certifications include ACLS, CNOR, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC Trauma Level I or Level II experience preferred Previous charge nurse experience preferred Previous travel nursing experience preferred Experience with Allscripts or Altera charting systems preferred, but not required Ability to complete required compliance documentation and laboratory requirements within the designated onboarding timeframe Operating Room Registered Nurse Responsibilities Provide safe, efficient perioperative nursing care across a variety of surgical specialties Support neuro and spine procedures, including craniotomies, burr-hole procedures, cervical and lumbar fusions, laminectomies, and related cases Assist with orthopedic and trauma procedures, including fracture repairs, total joint replacements, amputations, and management of multiple-injury cases Support general, robotic, laparoscopic, vascular, and trauma surgeries Prepare operating rooms, equipment, supplies, and surgical teams before procedures Maintain sterile technique and promote patient safety throughout the surgical experience Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists, and interdisciplinary support teams Provide care for patients ranging from adolescents through geriatrics while maintaining accurate clinical documentation Participate in scheduled call coverage and late-day assignments as needed Apply now to join this surgical services team as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse in Abilene, Texas.

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. GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID 529786.

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: OR About GHR Healthcare - Travel 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 learn more.