Travel Pre-Op RN - $1,852 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Dallas, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Adult Day Surgery/Pre-Op position in Dallas, TX, requiring Meditech experience and at least 1 year of PreOp, Day Surgery, or PAT experience.

Details

• Located in the Adult Day Surgery unit on the 2nd floor of Building A/Children's Tower
• 22-bed unit supporting Day Surgery, Pre-Admit Testing (PAT), OR Holding, and Day Surgery IR
• Procedures include general surgery, gynecology, and orthopedic scopes
• Patient ratios: 1:1 for PreOp, PAT, and OR Holding; 3:1 for Post-Op recovery
• Uses Meditech EMR and IV pumps
• Schedule is 4x10-hour day shifts, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Must work a minimum of 2 Mondays and 2 Fridays per schedule period
• No weekend or on-call requirements
• Floating within PreOp, Post-Op, and Pre-Admit Testing areas
• Unit is closed at night

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment)
• Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience in PreOp, Day Surgery, or a closely related perioperative specialty
• Meditech EMR experience required
• IV start proficiency required
• Both adult and pediatric perioperative experience is ideal; adult-only experience will be considered
• SSN (US only) and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required

Additional Information

• Pre-Admit Testing (PAT) experience is preferred
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Team-oriented, flexible, and personable candidates are the best fit for this unit
• Must be available to work during inclement weather

American Traveler Job ID #P-723463. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.