Travel OR RN

American Traveler 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
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN for a Level I trauma center acute care hospital, requiring CNOR certification and a minimum of 3 years of OR experience.

• Work in a 23-room Operating Room within an acute care hospital
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 6:45 AM-3:15 PM
• Weekend requirement
• On-call requirement of approximately 1 shift per week
• Covers all surgical service lines except cardiovascular (CV)
• Cases include general surgery, bariatric, neurology, orthopedic, plastics, transplant, urology, and trauma procedures
• Uses electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources/cords, and Hana tables
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities, within scope
• Block scheduling not accommodated

• Active IL RN license in hand or in-process required
• BLS certification required; CNOR and CST certifications preferred
• Minimum 3 years of Operating Room nursing experience required
• General OR and Trauma experience required
• Level I trauma center experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• First-time travelers not accepted
• Experience with bariatric laparoscopic-assisted cases required
• Experience with general surgery cases including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resection, hernia repair, mastectomy, thyroidectomy, and Whipple procedures required
• Experience with neurology cases including cervical fusion, craniotomy, laminectomy/discectomy, and lumbar fusion required
• Experience with orthopedic cases including arthroscopy, carpal tunnel release, and fracture reductions required
• Experience with free flap microvascular plastic surgery cases required
• Experience with organ donation/transplant procedures required
• Experience with urology cases including cystoscopy, nephrectomy, and prostatectomy required
• Trauma case experience including amputations, gunshot/stab wounds, and multi-trauma MVA required
• Emergency management skills required including code response, fire safety, latex allergy protocols, and malignant hyperthermia management
• Proficiency in blood product administration, infection control, radiation safety, specimen handling, Universal Protocol time-out procedures, and urinary catheterization required
• SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

• Facility is a 562-bed acute care, Level I trauma center with Magnet designation
• Scrubs are provided for this role
• Parking permit required at no cost, arranged during orientation
• All requested time off must be reviewed and approved by the facility manager
• Up to 5 non-holiday RTO days may be auto-approved; additional requests require facility approval
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Local candidates are not accepted for this OR RN position
• Previous permanent or PRN employees of the facility must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• Housing in the area can be difficult to find, so early planning is recommended

American Traveler Job  #P-758377. 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:
Travel RN
- Operating Room

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…