Travel OR RN - $2,506 per week

Utilicom; Springfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scrubs provided

Free parking

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room travel assignment in Springfield, Illinois. The role requires CNOR certification and Level I trauma center experience at a Magnet-designated acute care hospital. 3x12 hour days, 36 hours per week, with on-call duties and weekends.

Duties include diverse OR cases and potential intra-hospital floating. Active IL RN license or in application, BLS required, and prior travel nursing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active IL RN license in hand or in application process.
• CNOR and CST certifications preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of OR nursing experience.
• Level I trauma center experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operate in OR unit with 23 rooms, excluding CV surgery.
• Perform duties on a Magnet-designated hospital.
• Handle day shifts 6:45 AM–7:15 PM, 3x12 hours, with weekends.
• Possibly float within hospital as needed, and occasional on-call.

Job description

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: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring CNOR certification and Level I trauma OR experience at a Magnet acute care hospital.

Details

• Operating Room unit with 23 rooms
• Level I trauma center, Magnet-designated acute care hospital
• Works all service lines except cardiovascular (CV) surgery
• Day shift, 3x12 hours (6:45 AM-7:15 PM), including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday weekends
• On-call required approximately once per week
• Cerner charting system, experience preferred
• Rare floating within skill set may be required

Requirements

• Active IL RN license in hand or in application process required
• BLS certification required; CNOR and CST certifications preferred
• AHA and Red Cross certifications accepted; RQI cards not accepted
• Minimum 3 years of OR nursing experience required
• General OR and Level I trauma experience required
• Bariatric laparoscopic-assisted case experience required
• General surgery case experience required, including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resection, hernia repair, laparoscopic-assisted procedures, mastectomy, thyroidectomy, and Whipple procedure
• 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 fracture reductions
• Plastic surgery experience required with free flap/microvascular procedures
• Transplant/organ donation experience required
• Urology case experience required, including cystoscopy, nephrectomy, and prostatectomy
• Trauma case experience required, including amputations, gunshot/stab wounds, and multi-injury MVA cases
• Emergency management skills required, including code response, fire safety, latex allergy protocols, and malignant hyperthermia management
• Experience with electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources/cords, and Hana tables required
• Professional skills required in blood product administration, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling, Universal Protocol time-out procedures, and urinary catheterization
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Prior charge experience preferred (2.5 years)
• Teaching hospital experience preferred

Additional Information

• Scrubs provided for this role
• Free parking available with permit obtained during orientation
• Floating required for all travelers, potentially within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this role
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Up to 5 non-holiday RTO days may be auto-approved; additional RTO requires facility manager approval
• Previous permanent or PRN employees must have been separated from the facility for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted for this position
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this role
• Day one of the assignment consists of virtual, at-home orientation with required module completion by 4:00 PM CST

American Traveler Job ID #P-752439. 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: 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.