Travel Operating Room RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  OR - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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 a valid IL license, Level 1 Trauma experience, and strong scrub and circulate skills.

• Hospital-based Operating Room setting
• Level 1 Trauma Center with diverse surgical specialties, including Ortho, Ortho Trauma, Vascular, Urology, and General Surgery
• Work schedule consists of 4x10 hour shifts, 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM
• Mandatory on-call one 12-hour shift per month on a Saturday or Sunday, 7 AM-7 PM or 7 PM-7 AM
• Requires working every other weekend
• Mandatory float within facility and possibly to other locations within 50 miles, sometimes outside primary competency
• Uses Cerner charting system
• Navy blue scrubs provided by facility
• Responsible for scrub and circulating duties across a broad range of surgical specialties in a trauma hospital setting
• Team-based support model is used if floated outside primary competency area
• No block scheduling or special scheduling requests allowed
• Strict RTO policy: maximum 5 days off, no more than 2 consecutive days, no weekends or holiday RTO allowed
• No RTO permitted the day before or after a holiday
• Lab work must be completed within 72 hours of assignment acceptance
• First-time travelers and local candidates will be considered
• Parking is available offsite for a nominal daily fee with shuttle service provided

• Active IL RN license in hand at time of application
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years recent acute care OR experience
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Strong scrub and circulate skills required
• Experience in Ortho, Ortho Trauma, Vascular, Urology, and General Surgery required
• Preferred experience in Neurosurgery (crani and spine), Open Heart/Thoracic, Ophthalmology, ENT, Bariatrics, and Gynecology
• COVID vaccination required prior to start, booster not required
• Must live within a 75-mile radius to be eligible as local

• 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  #P- . 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

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.