Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Location: Lewisville, TX
Start Date: 01-26-2026
End Date: 04-27-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $53 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures
- Prepare the OR environment, ensure sterile technique, and verify instruments and supplies
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and surgical techs to coordinate patient care
- Perform patient assessments and contribute to pre-op and post-op planning and education
- Advocate for patient safety and infection control best practices throughout the perioperative process
- Document care accurately in the electronic medical record and communicate changes to the team
- Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities to enhance surgical outcomes
Qualifications
- Active RN license (Texas or compact eligible) required
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience; perioperative/OR experience strongly preferred
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) required; ACLS and specialty perioperative certifications a plus
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced surgical environment and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN). BSN preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
- Perioperative nursing principles and sterile technique
- Patient assessment and intraoperative monitoring
- Familiarity with surgical instrumentation and OR workflows
- Electronic medical record documentation and charting
- Team communication, time management, and prioritization under pressure
- Infection prevention and patient safety practices
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork is one less thing to worry about
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- Robust orientation and clinical support from an experienced perioperative team
- Access to continuing education and professional development resources
- A supportive team that values your expertise and work-life balance
- Referral program and recognition for top performers
Travel Perks: Explore Lewisville, TX
Lewisville offers a great mix of outdoor recreation and hometown charm. Explore Lewisville Lake for boating, fishing, and scenic trails, or relax at Lewisville Lake Park. Old Town Lewisville has a lively selection of restaurants, cafes, and local shops, plus seasonal events and farmers markets. For a little extra entertainment, family-friendly Hawaiian Falls water park is nearby, and the Dallas-Fort Worth area attractions are just a short drive away, including historic Grapevine, sports and concert venues in Arlington, and world-class dining in Dallas.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Operating Room? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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