Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Amarillo, TX
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with a travel contract in Amarillo, TX (zip code 79106). Join a leading healthcare team in a top Texas hospital, providing expert surgical care and clinical support. Amarillo offers a vibrant community, excellent quality of life, and access to Palo Duro Canyon State Park—making it a prime destination for travel nurses seeking rewarding healthcare jobs in Texas.
Texas Nursing Job Details
- Location: Amarillo, Texas 79106
- Healthcare Setting: Operating Room (OR)
- Contract Length: 13 weeks (Start: 12/29/2025 – End: 3/30/2026)
- Nursing Shift: Day shift, 4x10-hour (07:00 – 17:30)
- Hours per Week: 40
- Employment Type: Travel nursing contract
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2020 - $2070
- Scrubs: Provided
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience required
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact state
- BLS certification required
- Experience with Epic EMR preferred
- Ability to circulate and scrub in surgical cases
- Fluency in English for effective communication
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility (traveler radius rule)
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills
Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality patient care in the Operating Room, circulating and scrubbing for diverse surgical procedures
- Manage surgical cases including General, Orthopedic, Urology, Endo/Laparoscopic, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, Plastics, Podiatry, Transplant, and Gynecology; preferred experience in Vascular, Thoracic, Bariatric, and ENT surgeries
- Operate clinical healthcare equipment such as Pyxis and Epic EMR
- Participate in rotating call days as required
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and more
- Provide nursing care for all age groups: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
- Uphold the mission, vision, and values of the healthcare facility
Join our Texas healthcare team today! Apply now for this Operating Room Registered Nurse travel nursing job in Amarillo and make a difference in patient care while enjoying the best of Texas living.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHRFor over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.
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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Amarillo, TX
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:- Amarillo's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.
- Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Amarillo has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dusty climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Amarillo.
- Amarillo offers a variety of activities, including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants in the Route 66 District.
- Visitors can enjoy live performances at the Amarillo Little Theatre and explore museums such as the Amarillo Museum of Art and the Texas Air & Space Museum.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the botanical gardens, local zoo, and Thompson Memorial Park for walking, biking, and other recreational activities.
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