Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,345 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited free CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel assignment in Springfield, Illinois. The role requires advanced perioperative skills and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety.

The position offers a travel opportunity with a 13-week duration, 36 hours per week, and a 12-hour day shift. Candidates must have an IL nursing license, BLS, and Cerner experience, plus trauma level I exposure and on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois nursing license or active IL license application.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 3 years OR nursing experience.
• Trauma level I experience.
• Proficiency with Cerner charting system.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative care for diverse patient population across multiple service lines (excluding cardiovascular).
• Maintain adherence to surgical protocols and patient safety standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality outcomes.

Skills

Cerner charting

Trauma OR experience

OR nursing experience

Education

Illinois nursing license

BLS certification

Tools

Cerner charting system

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses 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: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Operating Room (OR) Nurse position in a high-acuity setting within an acute care hospital. This role involves providing specialized perioperative care for a diverse patient population across various service lines, excluding cardiovascular services. The position requires advanced technical skills, adherence to surgical protocols, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.

Job Details

• Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts during days, weekends on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Illinois nursing license or active application process, BLS certification, minimum 3 years' operating room nursing experience, level I trauma experience, active IL license, and proficiency with Cerner charting system.
• Certifications: BLS required; CNOR certification preferred.
• Experience: General OR and trauma experience required, including bariatric, general, neurology, orthopedic, plastic, transplant, and urology case skills, as well as emergency management and equipment handling.
• On-Call: One shift per week on-call required, with no frequent on-call fluctuations expected.
• Additional Information: Candidate must be able to work within scope to meet facility needs, including working with all service lines except cardiovascular. Must have at least 50 miles of residence from the facility. Prior trauma level I experience is necessary, along with specific experience in laparoscopic, microsurgical, and complex case procedures. Familiarity with infection control, blood product administration, and radiation safety is essential.
• Start Date: 11/30/2026, with an end date of 03/01/2027.
• Other Requirements: Complete all orientation modules prior to start; credential verification and background checks must be disclosed accordingly. Floating may be required within scope, and candidates must demonstrate readiness to meet compliance and documentation requirements in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1321846. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others - we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life - one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus