Top Operating Room Travel Nurse Jobs in Texas
12 open OR travel nurse jobs in Texas updated 27 minutes ago with Advantis Medical, the #1 travel nurse agency trusted by hundreds of nurses nationwide. Start dates are available between May 10, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026, giving you the flexibility to plan your next assignment. We match you to top Operating Room travel nurse jobs in major Texas hubs like Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio — leading centers... for trauma, transplant, and high-volume surgical cases. With more than 1,000 hospitals, Texas offers more opportunities for operating room nurses than any other state. OR travel nurse jobs in Texas are essential to keeping surgical teams running smoothly. Take your OR skills on the road, explore current openings and secure your next OR travel nurse job in Texas with just one click.
12 Open Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Texas – April 30th
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Best OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Texas
Operating Room (OR) travel nurse jobs in Texas provide a unique opportunity to work in a variety of practice settings, including trauma centers in Houston, community hospitals in Dallas, rural clinics in Lubbock, and teaching hospitals in San Antonio. With a high demand for operating room nurses in the state, Texas offers a wealth of professional growth opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact on patient care. Whether you prefer the fast-paced environment of a major city or the close-knit community of a smaller town, Texas has something to offer every OR travel nurse seeking a rewarding and fulfilling career experience.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Trending States
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nurse job states are:
- California up to $3,483 per week
- Illinois up to $3,438 per week
- Michigan up to $3,355 per week
- Texas up to $3,354 per week
- New Jersey up to $3,304 per week
Texas Demand for Operating Room Travel Nurse Jobs
The lifestyle advantages of Operating Room travel nurse jobs Texas go well beyond the hospital. With no state income tax (Texas Comptroller) and a cost of living below the national average, your paycheck stretches further in cities like Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio. You’ll find vibrant cultural pockets, from the River Walk to live music in Deep Ellum. On your days off, unwind in Big Bend or explore Hill Country. Operating Room Travel nursing jobs in Texas offer more than income—they deliver work-life balance and access to world-class recreation. As Texas continues to invest heavily in healthcare infrastructure (Statista), Operating Room travel RN nurses are finding more clinical opportunities and modernized facilities across TX. Whether you're accepting your first Operating Room travel nurse assignment in Texas or returning for your third, TX provides unmatched variety, flexibility, and freedom.
FAQs– OR Travel Nurse Jobs in TX
What license do you need for Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Texas?
To work Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Texas, you must hold an active RN license. Texas is not currently part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so out-of-state nurses must apply for licensure by endorsement to work in Texas.
Texas Board of Nursing
Contact information
Website: https://www.bon.texas.gov/
Phone: 512.305.7400
Fees
License by Exam: $139 (+$200 exam fee)
License by Endorsement: $186
Renewal: $65
Fingerprinting: $41.95
Timing
Processing Time: 4 – 6 weeks
Valid for: 2 years
Renewal Schedule: by the last day of your birth month
General Information
Nursys: Yes
CEU Requirements: CEU Requirements: 20 hours
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What are the highest-paying cities for Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Texas?
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying Operating Room travel nursing cities in Texas are:
How much do Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Texas pay?
How often are Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Texas updated on Advantis Medical?
We update our Operating Room travel nurse jobs Texas continuously throughout the day to ensure you always see the most current openings available. There are currently 12 Operating Room travel nursing jobs in Texas open and new jobs are added in real time as soon as they’re released.
Our job board is refreshed at least every 30 minutes, and the most recent Operating Room travel nursing jobs in Texas was posted just 27 minutes ago. Whether you're searching by specialty, location, or pay, Advantis Medical keeps your travel job search up to date and easy to navigate.
What are other specialties have the highest demand for travel nursing jobs in Texas?
If you're exploring travel nursing jobs in Texas, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Texas. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Texas.
- Labor and Delivery with 25 open jobs
- ER with 18 open jobs
- Operating Room with 12 open jobs
- Med Surg with 10 open jobs
- ICU with 9 open jobs
What are other states have the highest demand for Operating Room travel nursing jobs?
For Operating Room travel nursing jobs, these states have the most openings:
- Georgia with 15 open jobs
- California with 13 open jobs
- Texas with 12 open jobs
- Illinois with 12 open jobs
- Oklahoma with 11 open jobs
What benefits come with Operating Room travel nursing jobs in Texas at Advantis Medical?
When working Operating Room travel nursing jobs with Advantis Medical, you receive premium benefits while on assignment. We’re proud to offer very competitive benefits in the industry, including:
- Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Weekly direct deposit & competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan options
- $500 referral bonuses
- Onboarding, credentialing & licensing support
- Travel & housing stipends
- A dedicated Clinician Advocate Team for ongoing support