Travel Operating Room RN - $2,886 per week

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: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a Level I trauma center in Springfield, IL, requiring a minimum of 3 years of OR experience across multiple surgical service lines.

Details

• Work setting is a 562-bed acute care, Magnet-designated, Level I trauma center
• Assignment is in a 23-room Operating Room department
• Works across all surgical service lines except cardiovascular (CV)
• Alternating shift schedule: 10:45–21:15 or 12:45–23:15 (4x10-hour shifts)
• On-call required approximately once per week
• One weekend shift required per month
• Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate facility is required of all travelers
• Charting is done in Cerner (experience preferred)
• Scrubs are provided for this role
• Free parking is available on-site with a permit obtained during orientation

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required; must be in hand or actively in the application process
• Current BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI AHA cards not accepted)
• CNOR certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of OR nursing experience required
• Level I trauma center experience required
• General OR and trauma experience required
• Required bariatric case experience: laparoscopic assisted cases
• Required general surgery experience: appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resection, hernia repair (inguinal/umbilical), laparoscopic assisted procedures, mastectomy, thyroidectomy (partial/total), Whipple procedure
• Required neurology case experience: cervical fusion, craniotomy, laminectomy/discectomy, lumbar fusion
• Required orthopedic case experience: arthroscopy, carpal tunnel release, closed and open reduction of fractures
• Required plastic surgery case experience: free flap/microvascular procedures
• Required transplant experience: organ donation
• Required urology case experience: cystoscopy, nephrectomy, prostatectomy
• Required trauma case experience: amputations, gunshot/stab wounds, MVA with multiple injuries
• Required emergency management skills: code response, fire safety, latex allergy management, malignant hyperthermia
• Required equipment experience: electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources/cords, Hana tables
• Required clinical skills: administration of blood products, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling/labeling, Universal Protocol (time-out), urinary bladder catheterization
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• Any permanent or PRN employee of the Memorial Hospital System must have been away for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• All requested time off (RTO) must be reviewed and approved by the manager
• Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Block scheduling is not available for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-724903. 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.