Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  OR - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:
  10 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with Level I trauma and general OR experience for evening shifts and on-call requirements.

• Work in the Operating Room of an acute care Level I trauma center
• 23 operating rooms handling multiple surgical specialties except cardiovascular
• Evening shift schedule: 4x10 hour shifts from 13:00 to 22:00
• Weekend coverage required once per month
• On-call required approximately once per week
• Rare floating within skill set or to nearby affiliate hospitals
• Specialized procedures include bariatric, general, neuro, ortho, plastic, transplant, urology, and trauma cases
• Patient cases may involve trauma, emergency management, and varied surgical populations
• Cerner charting system used;
  Cerner experience preferred
• Direct patient care in a high-acuity operating room environment, excluding cardiovascular surgeries
• Participate in a multidisciplinary surgical team at a Magnet-recognized hospital
• Expected to handle cases including emergency response and safety protocols
• Scrubs are provided by the facility for this role
• Parking is provided at no cost with required permit obtained during orientation
• Must be able to work at least 2 out of 3 major holidays as determined by the facility
• All time off requests require managerial approval, with automatic approval for up to 5 non-holiday days
• Completion of online modules is required on the first day

• Active IL RN license required at time of application or in process
• Minimum of 3 years of Operating Room RN experience required
• BLS certification required; CNOR certification preferred
• Level I trauma and general OR experience required
• Experience in bariatric, general surgery, neuro, orthopedic, plastic, transplant, urology, and trauma case types required
• Experience with specialized OR equipment including electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources, and Hana tables
• Professional skills needed: blood product administration, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling, time outs, urinary bladder catheterization
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• First time travelers not accepted
• Previous employees of the health system must have a 12 month gap before returning as a traveler

• 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-659113. 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.