Travel Contract

OR RN - Neuro/Spine
Abilene, TX
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Nights

$2,587/week
Posted 4 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date11/02/2026
  • Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care360 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,587/week

Description

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 4x10hrs
  • Hours: 40 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring craniotomy and burr hole experience and a TX or compact RN license.

Details

  • Operating Room setting supporting Neuro/Spine, Ortho/Trauma, and General/Robotics/Trauma cases
  • 1:1 patient ratio
  • Night shift schedule, Friday through Sunday with no on-call requirements
  • 36 or 40 hour weekly options available, including 4x10s or 3x12s
  • Utilizes the Da Vinci Xi Surgical System for robotic procedures
  • Allscripts charting system experience preferred

Requirements

  • Active RN license (TX or Compact) required in hand at time of consideration
  • BLS certification required; ACLS, CNOR, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC certifications preferred
  • 2 years of Operating Room experience required
  • Craniotomy and burr hole experience required
  • Experience with trauma, orthopedic, neurology, and general surgery procedures preferred, including spinal fusion, laminectomy/discectomy, joint replacement, and laparoscopic procedures
  • Trauma Level I or II hospital experience preferred
  • Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Additional Information

  • Provide perioperative nursing care across a variety of surgical specialties including neuro/spine, orthopedic/trauma, and general/robotic surgery
  • Facility conducts its own onsite drug screening upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with a positive result resulting in automatic cancellation
  • Must be available to complete required lab work within 72 hours of accepting an offer or provide a completion plan
  • Candidates must reside within 150 miles for local radius consideration; local candidates not accepted
  • Previous permanent staff must have separated from the facility for at least one year before returning as a traveler
  • Travel experience preferred but not required; first-time travelers may be considered
American Traveler Job ID #P-764710. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

Facility

Hendrick Medical Center

3.8rating(71 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Hendrick Medical Center

Anonymous
Anonymous
Medical Lab Technician (Allied Health Professional)
Contract Position
5.0rating
Review of Hendrick Medical Center on Jun 29, 2026
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 360 beds
ADDRESS1900 Pine StreetAbilene, TX 79601
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Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(130 reviews)

85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

Frank I
Frank I
ED - Emergency Department (RN)
5.0rating

Pros

Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.

Cons

No cons

Review of Savannah Albrecht on Oct 1, 2026

Recommends working with American Traveler

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About

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.

Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,223–4,307/week
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About Abilene, TX

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Abilene, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Abilene is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
Weather
  • Abilene experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 33°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Abilene, providing convenience for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Abilene is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • Abilene has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and healthcare opportunities.
Things to Do
  • Abilene offers a variety of activities including dining at Tex-Mex and Texas-style BBQ restaurants, exploring historical sites like Frontier Texas and Buffalo Gap Historic Village, visiting the Abilene Zoo, playing golf at outstanding courses, and enjoying the outdoors at places like Fort Phantom Hill.
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