Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $52 to $55 per hour in San Antonio, TX

Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room
Location: San Antonio, TX
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $52 to $55 per hour
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified OR RN in San Antonio, Texas, 78236!

Location:  San Antonio, TX

Start Date:  09-03-2026

End Date:  12-03-2026

Contract Type:  Travel Contract

Shift Type:  Rotating 12-hour shifts, Day 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM and Night 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, rotating schedule that may include weekends; specific days and weekend coverage to be discussed during interview

Hours per Week:  36

Candidate Pay Rate:  $55.50 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

• Prepare the operating room and ensure sterile fields are maintained for safe, high-quality surgical care
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists and perioperative team members to coordinate patient care
• Assist during a variety of procedures including transplant, robotics, bariatric and general surgery
• Monitor patient status before, during and after procedures and intervene as needed
• Document care thoroughly in Meditech and communicate handoffs clearly
• Float to different surgical areas as required by the unit floating policy
• Support unit initiatives for patient safety, infection control and quality improvement

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Active Texas RN license required; temporary licenses will not be accepted
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of OR experience and hospital experience
• Previous travel nurse experience required for this travel-only role
• Comfortable with floating and adaptable to different surgical specialties and workflows
• Able to work rotating day and night 12-hour shifts and participate in on-call or weekend coverage as discussed

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong perioperative nursing skills and sterile technique
• Experience with Meditech documentation system
• Familiarity with robotics, urology, transplant and bariatric procedures a plus
• Ability to support a wide variety of specialties including ENT, ophthalmology and plastic surgery
• Excellent communication, teamwork and situational awareness in fast-paced OR settings

Benefits

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend options for travel nurses so you feel at home right away
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and licensure assistance to make onboarding smooth
• Referral bonus program for spreading the love and building your network
• A supportive team and manager who value your experience and work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore San Antonio, TX

San Antonio offers a perfect mix of culture and outdoor fun. Explore the famed River Walk with restaurants and riverboat tours, visit the historic Alamo and the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, stroll through the historic Market Square and Pearl District, enjoy family-friendly attractions like SeaWorld and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, or take a short trip to Natural Bridge Caverns for caving and outdoor adventure. Plenty of local dining, live music and Tex-Mex to enjoy on your days off.

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