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: 08/31/2026
• Duration:13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room position at a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital requiring at least 2.5 years of OR experience and an active IL RN license.

Details

• Work in the Operating Room department of a 562-bed acute care hospital
• 23 operating rooms in the unit
• Alternating shift schedule of Day (10:45-21:15) and Night (12:45-23:15), 4x10 hour shifts
• Required to work 1 weekend per month
• On-call requirement of approximately 1 shift per week
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities
• Rarely floats outside of skill set
• Cerner charting system used, experience preferred
• Works with all surgical service lines except cardiovascular (CV)

Requirements

• Active IL RN license in hand or in the application process required
• Minimum 2.5 years of Operating Room experience required
• BLS certification required; CNOR and CST certifications preferred
• Level I trauma center experience required
• General OR and Trauma surgical experience required
• Bariatric case experience with laparoscopic assisted cases required
• General Surgery case experience required, including Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, Colon resection, Hernia repair, Laparoscopic assisted procedures, Mastectomy, Thyroidectomy, and Whipple procedures
• Neurology case experience required, including Cervical fusion, Craniotomy, Laminectomy/discectomy, and Lumbar fusion
• Orthopedic case experience required, including Arthroscopy, Carpal Tunnel release, and Open/Closed reduction of fractures
• Plastic Surgery experience with Free Flap Microvascular procedures required
• Transplant/organ donation experience required
• Urology case experience required, including Cystoscopy, Nephrectomy, and Prostatectomy
• Trauma case experience required, including Amputations, Gunshot/stab wounds, and MVA with multiple injuries
• Emergency management skills required, including Code response, Fire safety, Latex Allergy, and Malignant Hyperthermia protocols
• Experience with Electrosurgical units, Fiber optic light sources/cords, and Hana tables required
• Professional knowledge required in blood product administration, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling/labeling, Universal Protocol (Time Out) procedure, and urinary bladder catheterization
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provide perioperative nursing care across multiple surgical specialties in a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated hospital
• Scrubs are provided for this role
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Previous permanent or PRN employees of the hospital system must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• All requested time off must be reviewed and approved by the facility manager
• Up to 5 non-holiday RTO days may be auto-approved, with additional days requiring facility approval
• Candidates must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Housing in the area can be difficult to find, so early planning is recommended
• First day of assignment is a virtual, at-home orientation requiring completion of assigned training modules

American Traveler Job ID #P-695778. 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.