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Specialty: Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Required Experience: Must have experience in Neuro/Spine, Orthopedics/Trauma, General/Robotics/Trauma surgeries
Specific Skills Required: Craniotomy and burr hole experience is mandatory

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Minimum of 1 year of OR Circulate experience, with recent OR Circulate experience within the last year
ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Physical Exam: Required within 1 year of start; must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing
Immunizations/Vaccinations:
- TDAP within 10 years
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 MMR vaccines; non-immune candidates must receive boosters
- Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted; boosters if titer low/equivocal
- Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters if non-immune
- Seasonal Flu Vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); religious or medical exemptions accepted
Tuberculosis Screening: Negative TB test or chest X-ray required; must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing
Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen including THC within 10 business days prior to start; no pending results allowed
Fit Mask Test: Required annually; must use 3M 1860 Regular or 1860S mask (onsite option available)

References: Two references within 3 years of start date
Employment Application: Resume or application copy required
Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually
Facility-Specific Documents: Multiple acknowledgments and forms must be reviewed and signed prior to start, including vaccination, TB and occupational exposure, patient-centered pledge, confidentiality, compliance, and background check authorizations
Orientation: Completion of orientation modules (~3-4 hours) required; parking provided at no cost

Operating room setting with focus on neuro/spine, orthopedic trauma, general surgery, robotics, and trauma cases
5-day workweek with potential call and late shifts as needed

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Operating Room RN travel assignment in Texas.

Facility

3.8rating(69 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Hendrick Medical Center

3.0rating

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Surgical Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

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ADDRESS1900 Pine StreetAbilene, TX 79601

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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