Travel Nurse RN - Preoperative - $2,570 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Direct deposit/free checking

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a Travel RN Preoperative in Springfield, Illinois. This assignment supports pre-surgical assessment and patient education within the surgical team to ensure readiness.

The position runs 13 weeks, starts 10/19/2026, requires active Illinois RN license, ACLS/BLS, 3 years of relevant experience, and 2 years of charge experience is preferred. Expect 40 hours weekly, days shift, travel assignment with housing and benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license must be current.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant RN experience.
• At least 2 years of charge nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative assessments and patient education.
• Coordinate with surgical teams to prepare patients for surgery.
• Ensure surgical readiness and smooth patient flow.

Education

Illinois RN license

ACLS

BLS

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Preoperative for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Preoperative
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Pre-Operative Registered Nurse in the specialty of Pre-Operative Care at a healthcare facility. This position involves providing attentive pre-surgical assessments and patient care to ensure optimal surgical readiness. The role requires collaboration with surgical teams to coordinate patient preparation and education.

Job Details

• Position Description: Pre-Operative Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for patient assessment, education, and coordination prior to surgery within a facility.
• Certifications: ACLS and BLS required.
• Requirements: Active Illinois RN license, minimum 3 years of relevant experience, and at least 2 years of charge experience preferred.
• Schedule: 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts, days; minimum 40 hours per week.
• Open to accommodating block schedules and first-time travelers.
• Additional Information: Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays, with an assignment start date of 10/19/2026 and end date of 01/18/2027. RTO restrictions limit non-holiday absences to no more than 5 days. Candidates must review submittal instructions, confirm availability, housing, and compliance requirements before submission.
• Submission Requirements: Candidate SSN and DOB at submission, two to three interview windows, confirmed start and RTO dates, and appropriate certifications.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• 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 #1322760. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pre Op Registered Nurses

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.