Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tyler, TX
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Evenings
$2,206/weekOverview
- Start Date06/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care451 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Operating Room position requiring at least 1.5 years of OR experience across multiple surgical specialties, including ortho, general, neuro, vascular, and urology.
Details
- Hospital-based Operating Room setting in Tyler, TX
- Evening shift: 14:30–23:00, Monday–Friday (5x8 hours)
- On-call responsibilities are required
- Surgical specialties include orthopedic, general, neuro, vascular, and urology cases
- Da Vinci robotic surgery, endovascular, and ophthalmic experience are a plus
- Epic EMR used; experience preferred
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active TX RN license or compact RN license required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1.5 years of OR nursing experience required
- Experience in ortho, general, neuro, vascular, and urology surgical specialties required
- Travel nursing experience preferred
- Candidates must reside outside of the following TX counties: Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, and Morris
- 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
Additional Information
- Travel pairs or groups will not be considered
- Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year before being eligible as a traveler
- No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved; no RTO during the first week of orientation
- First-time travelers: check with your recruiter for eligibility details
Facility
UT Health Tyler
2 nurses recommend working with UT Health Tyler

- Short Term Acute Care
- 451 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with 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.
About Tyler, TX
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
- Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
- Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.
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