Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tyler, TX
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,326/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care451 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring Trauma Level I experience and proficiency across multiple surgical specialties.
Details
- General OR setting within a Trauma Level I hospital
- Day shift, Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM-3:00 PM (5x8 hours)
- Call required
- Patient ratio of 1:1
- Uses Epic for charting
- Supports Ortho, General, Neuro, Vascular, and Urology surgical cases
Requirements
- Active TX or Compact RN license required in hand at time of submittal
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1.5 years of OR nursing experience required
- Minimum 2 years of charge experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Trauma Level I hospital experience required
- Epic charting experience required
- Experience required in Ortho, General, Neuro, Vascular, and Urology surgical specialties
- Experience in Davinci Robotics, endovascular, and eye procedures preferred
Additional Information
- Perform circulating and scrub RN duties across a wide range of surgical specialties including vascular, neurology, general surgery, orthopedic, ophthalmology, robotics, and urology procedures
- Procedures include AAA repair, carotid endarterectomy, craniotomy, laminectomy/discectomy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, joint replacement, cataract extraction, and robotic-assisted surgeries
- Candidates residing in Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, and Morris counties are not eligible for this position
- Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted
- Former staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
- No travel pairs or groups accepted
- All RTO must be submitted and listed at time of consideration, with no more than 3 days auto-approved and none during the first week of orientation
- Must complete core onboarding items and labs within 48 hours of contract signing
Facility
UT Health Tyler
2 nurses recommend working with UT Health Tyler
- Short Term Acute Care
- 451 beds
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I had a great experience working with my recruiter Sebrona. She was incredibly responsive, got my application submitted quickly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. She made the travel nursing job search smooth and stress-free. I really appreciated her communication and dedication to helping me find the right assignment. I would definitely recommend her to any travel nurse looking for a recruiter who truly wants the best for their nurses.
Cons
None
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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