Texas has the highest surgical volume of any state, driven by the Texas Medical Center and major systems across DFW, San Antonio, and Austin. OR nurses with circulating experience have their pick of contracts here. No income tax and compact licensing seal the deal.
Junxion Med Staffing was built by a traveling surgical tech who knows the difference between agencies that care and agencies that just fill slots. Explore all our Travel OR Nurse opportunities nationwide, check out travel healthcare jobs in Texas, or keep reading for the specifics on Texas contracts.
Why Texas for Travel OR Nurse Jobs?
Texas is an NLC compact state, so if you hold a compact license, you can start your assignment without applying for a separate state license.
Top Facilities and Cities
- Houston: Texas Medical Center facilities Highest surgical volume in the country across dozens of OR suites
- Dallas: UT Southwestern Academic surgical center with complex multi-specialty cases
- Dallas: Baylor Scott & White Major surgical programs across the DFW metro
- San Antonio: University Health Regional trauma center with heavy OR workload
Pay and Benefits
Travel OR Nurse contracts in Texas typically fall in a competitive range. Here is what a Junxion package includes:
- Average weekly pay: $2,100-$2,800/week depending on shift, facility, and experience
- Housing stipend: Junxion provides a competitive stipend so you find your own place. Most experienced travelers prefer this for full control. Learn about how stipends work.
- Meals and incidentals: Tax-free M&IE stipend
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Travel reimbursement and completion bonuses on select contracts
- 401(k) with contribution options
Licensing and Credentialing
Texas is a compact state. OR RN positions require BLS and CNOR is preferred. Junxion handles all Texas credentialing.
Active RN license, BLS required. CNOR preferred. Circulating and scrub experience valued. Junxion handles the credentialing paperwork and stays on top of deadlines so you can focus on your work. Check our compact license guide for nursing details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Travel OR Nurse professionals make in Texas?
Weekly pay for Travel OR Nurse roles in Texas ranges from $2,100-$2,800/week depending on facility, shift differential, and experience. Night and weekend shifts typically pay more. See full pay breakdown.
How quickly can I start a Texas assignment?
With a compact license and current credentials, many travelers start within 2-3 weeks. Non-compact holders should plan 4-8 weeks for licensing.
Does Junxion handle credentialing?
Yes. Junxion manages your licensing, certifications, and facility-specific credentialing. Your recruiter coordinates everything so you are ready to start on day one.
Ready to take a Travel OR Nurse assignment in Texas? Contact Junxion and let us find the right contract for you.
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