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

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:

10/27/2025 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 a minimum of 3 years of Level I trauma and general OR experience, holding an active IL RN license.

Responsibilities Position is based in an acute care hospital with a Level I trauma center designation Work in a 23-room operating room department, covering all service lines except cardiovascular Handles a diverse surgical caseload including trauma, bariatric, neuro, ortho, general, plastics, transplant, and urology Day shift schedule with 4x10 hour shifts (6:45 - 17:15) Weekend coverage required one shift per month On-call required approximately once per week Floating within skill set is rarely required, but all travelers must be willing to float within hospital or to affiliate facilities if needed Cerner EMR is used; Cerner experience is preferred Scrubs are provided for this role Responsibilities include providing perioperative nursing care to a wide range of complex surgical patients in a Level I trauma setting Must be proficient in emergency management including code response, fire safety, latex allergy, and malignant hyperthermia Structured onboarding and required attendance at an in-person orientation No block scheduling is available for this role Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the assignment RTO must be reviewed and approved by management; up to 5 non-holiday RTO days may be auto-approved Candidates who have been permanent or PRN employees must have a 12 month gap before applying as a traveler

Requirements Active IL RN license in hand or proof of application at time of consideration Minimum 3 years of recent operating room RN experience, including Level I trauma experience Current BLS certification required CNOR and CST certifications preferred General OR and trauma surgery experience required Required experience in bariatric, general surgery, neuro, orthopedic, plastic, transplant, urology, and trauma cases as specified Ability to operate equipment such as electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources/cords, and Hana tables Professional skills required include administration of blood products, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling/labeling, universal protocol, and urinary bladder catheterization First-time travelers for the OR are not accepted Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify

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-616163. 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.