Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Amarillo, TX
KTI Health
4x10 hrs, Days
$2,200/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Registered Nurse – Operating Room
Facility: KTI Health
Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
Specialty: Operating Room
Unit: Operating Room
Location: Amarillo, Texas
Job Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: October 12, 2026
Pay Rate: $55/hour
Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,200/week
Based on 40 hours/week × $55/hour
Position Overview
KTI Health is seeking a qualified Travel Registered Nurse – Operating Room for a 13-week assignment in Amarillo, Texas. This position is ideal for an RN with at least 1 year of experience who is interested in working in a fast-paced Operating Room environment.
The unit welcomes first-time travelers, making this an opportunity for experienced OR nurses who are transitioning into travel nursing.
Schedule
Day Shift – 4x10 Hours
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week
- Rotating day off
- Call: Required
- Expected commitment: 40 hours per week
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) qualification
- Minimum 1 year of nursing experience
- Operating Room experience
- BLS certification required
- Epic/EPIC charting experience
- Must be comfortable working scheduled call
- First-time travelers are accepted
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safe and high-quality nursing care to surgical patients.
- Assist with patient preparation before surgical procedures.
- Monitor patients throughout the perioperative process.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain a safe and efficient Operating Room environment.
- Follow infection-control and patient-safety standards.
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
- Complete accurate patient documentation using Epic.
- Communicate effectively with the surgical and nursing team.
- Participate in required call coverage.
- Follow facility policies, procedures, and applicable nursing standards.
Important Assignment Information
- Local candidates within a 50-mile radius are not eligible.
- The unit accepts first-time travelers.
- Call is required as part of the assignment.
- Schedule includes a rotating day off.
Compensation
💰 Pay Rate: $55/hour
💵 Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,200/week
📍 Location: Amarillo, TX
📅 Start Date: October 12, 2026
⏳ Contract: 13 Weeks
Employer
KTI Health
We are a Veteran owned staffing agency in USA, providing best pay rates and job availability offering quicker pay cycles.
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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