OR | RN

GHR Healthcare; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 91,910 - 94,185; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking an Operating Room Registered Nurse for a locum tenens opportunity in Tyler, TX. This role offers exposure in a Level 1 Trauma Center, working with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have an active RN license in Texas and a minimum of two years of OR experience. The estimated weekly salary ranges between $2020 and $2070. Benefits include a 401K with matching and healthcare coverage.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Texas or a compact state is mandatory.
• Minimum of 2 years recent experience in the Operating Room required.
• BLS certification is mandatory; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert perioperative nursing care for various surgical specialties.
• Assist with advanced surgical procedures and demonstrate proficiency in aseptic technique.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

BLS certification

2 years of Operating Room RN experience

Epic charting system experience

Trauma Level I experience

Proficiency in Ortho, General, Neuro, Vascular surgeries

Robotic surgery experience

Job description

Overview

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Locum Tenens Opportunity in Tyler, Texas. Advance your nursing career as an OR RN in Tyler, TX 75701. This locum tenens travel contract places you in a Level 1 Trauma Center, offering hands-on experience with advanced surgical procedures and a collaborative healthcare team.

Tyler, located in East Texas, is known for its vibrant community and scenic rose gardens.

Key Details

• Location: Tyler, TX 75701 (East Texas healthcare jobs)
• Facility: Level 1 Trauma Center, Operating Room (14 OR suites)
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens / Travel Nursing Contract
• Start Date: October 20, 2025
• End Date: January 19, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shifts, 4x10-hour (06:30 - 17:00), rotating day off
• Hours per Week: 40
• Call Requirement: 1-2 shifts every 6 weeks
• Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020 - $2070

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Texas or compact state
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Proficiency in Ortho, General, Neuro, Vascular, and Urology surgeries
• Trauma Level I experience required
• Epic charting system experience
• Pediatrics and adolescent experience preferred
• Robotic surgery experience (DaVinci, endovascular, ophthalmic) is a plus
• Must meet compliance requirements (not reside in specified local counties)

Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver expert perioperative nursing care for diverse surgical specialties: ortho, general, neuro, vascular, and urology
• Assist with advanced procedures: abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid endarterectomy, femoral popliteal bypass graft, and robotic surgeries
• Demonstrate proficiency in aseptic technique and trauma care
• Participate in call rotation (minimal: 1-2 shifts every 6 weeks)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes
• Document patient care using Epic charting system
• Support the surgical team in a fast-paced, high-acuity clinical environment

Benefits

• 401K with Matching
• Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.