Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,840 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : OR - Operating Room Discipline : RN Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift : 10 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with Level I trauma and general surgery experience for a hospital-based position in Illinois. Responsibilities Work in a 23-room Operating Room within an acute care, Level I trauma, Magnet hospital Care for a diverse surgical patient population including trauma, neuro, ortho, plastics, transplant, urology, bariatrics, and general surgery cases Required case experience includes laparoscopic procedures, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resection, hernia repair, mastectomy, thyroidectomy, Whipple, cervical fusion, craniotomy, laminectomy / discectomy, lumbar fusion, arthroscopy, carpal tunnel release, fracture reductions, free flap microsurgery, organ donation, cystoscopy, nephrectomy, prostatectomy, and trauma-related surgeries Use of specialized equipment such as electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources and cords, and Hana tables Cerner EMR is used; experience preferred Schedule consists of four 10-hour evening shifts (10 : 45-21 : 15 or 14 : 45-23 : 15), including one weekend per month and on-call one time per week Responsibilities include perioperative nursing care for a wide variety of surgical specialties, including trauma and complex cases Will work with all OR service lines except cardiovascular May rarely float within skill set to other units or affiliate hospitals as needed Scrubs are provided by the hospital Parking permit is required and provided at no cost Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays as scheduled All requested time off must be reviewed and approved by manager, with auto-approval of up to 5 days of non-holiday time off First-time travelers are not accepted for this position Participation in rapid code response, fire safety, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling, universal protocol (time out), administration of blood products, and urinary catheterization is expected Orientation includes module completion and required documentation within the first week Requirements Active IL RN license in hand or proof of application required Minimum 3 years' OR RN experience required BLS certification required; CNOR and CST preferred Level I trauma and general OR experience required Cerner EMR experience preferred Must live at least 50 miles from the facility Must not have been a permanent or PRN employee of specified health system within the past 12 months COVID and flu vaccination / testing as per hospital policy Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-613976. 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.