Travel Nurse RN - Outpatient Med Surg

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Abilene
Posted on: February 23, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Outpatient Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Abilene, Texas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/16/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Outpatient Surgery Center / Ambulatory OR (Perioperative) | Abilene, TX 79606/n /n Travel RN job in Abilene, Texas (79606) for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with perioperative and ambulatory OR experience. Bring your OR expertise to a high-efficiency outpatient surgery center where patient safety, smooth room flow, and excellent same-day outcomes are the priority. This on-site travel nursing contract offers a consistent weekday routine with no call, no weekends, and no holidays—ideal for RNs who thrive in a collaborative surgical services environment and value predictable scheduling./n /n /n Based in Abilene, TX 79606, you’ll enjoy an easy commute, a welcoming West Texas community, and plenty to do off shift—local dining, parks, and quick getaways make it a comfortable place to settle in for your assignment./n /n/nTravel RN Job Details (Abilene, TX)/n /n - Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Outpatient Surgery / Ambulatory OR (Perioperative Nurse)/n - Location: Abilene, TX 79606 (West Texas healthcare job)/n - Setting: Outpatient Surgery Center (Ambulatory OR / Surgical Services)/n - Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Nursing)/n - Contract Length: 13 weeks/n - Start Date: 03/02/2026 (or 03/16/2026)/n - End Date: 06/01/2026/n - Schedule: Days, 5x8s (5 shifts per week)/n - Shift Hours: 06:30 – 15:00/n - Shift Duration: 8 Hour Days/n - Hours per Week: 40/n - Scheduling: Block scheduling/n - Call/Weekends/Holidays: None/n - Orientation: Facility orientation provided (includes on-site orientation hours)/n - Compensation: Pay package details will be shared during the screening process/n - Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Pediatrics, Geriatrics/n /n/nJob Requirements (Registered Nurse / Perioperative)/n /n - Experience: 2 years RN experience in outpatient surgery, ambulatory OR, or perioperative services (service line experience required)/n - License: Active RN license (license in hand required at submission)/n - Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (required)/n - Clinical Skills: Comfort supporting a variety of ambulatory OR cases such as ENT, general surgery, plastics, breast/thyroid, podiatry/orthopedics, and pediatric procedures/n - Charting/EMR: Altera experience preferred (not required)/n - Compliance: Ability to complete required labs/screenings within facility timelines/n - Additional Notes: Facility drug screen is completed upon arrival and includes marijuana/n /n/nResponsibilities (Ambulatory OR / Outpatient Surgery RN)/n /n - Deliver safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care in a fast-paced outpatient/ambulatory OR environment/n - Prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies to support efficient case starts and turnovers in the surgery center/n - Maintain sterile technique and follow infection prevention and patient safety standards/n - Complete pre-op verification processes (patient identification, consents, procedure/site confirmation) and participate in surgical time-outs/n - Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and the interdisciplinary team to support excellent outcomes and patient experience/n - Provide clear patient/family communication and reinforce discharge education for same-day surgery patients/n /n/n Apply now to be considered for this Travel Registered Nurse (RN) assignment in an outpatient surgery center in Abilene, TX 79606. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision 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. GHR Healthcare Job ID 458341. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Outpatient About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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