Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $1,823 per week
Chicago, IL, 60290, USA
- $8 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Travel Nurse
- Operating Room Nurse
- Registered Nurse
This role is for a travel nurse registered nurse (RN) specializing in operating room (OR) procedures, located in Chicago, Illinois, requiring at least one year of OR experience and active Illinois RN licensure. The position involves supporting surgical teams during various operations, including open heart and orthopedic surgeries, with shifts typically Monday through Friday and some on-call duties. Benefits include competitive pay, medical insurance starting day one, housing allowances, and travel reimbursements.
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN with at least 1 year of OR experience and Illinois RN licensure required.
Responsibilities- Position is in a busy hospital surgical department
- Handles open heart, orthopedic, and a range of medical surgical cases
- Shifts are Monday through Friday, 06:45-15:15
- Five 8-hour day shifts per week
- On-call required: one night every two weeks and one weekend every six weeks
- Epic EMR experience required
- Main responsibilities include circulating and assisting during a variety of surgical procedures including open heart and orthopedic cases
- Daily duties may extend beyond scheduled hours depending on caseload
- Team-oriented surgical environment with mandatory participation in hospital and unit requirements
- On-call shifts required as specified
- Local and travel candidates are both accepted at the same rate
- Scrubs typically provided or required per hospital guidelines
- Active IL RN license required
- Minimum of 1 year experience as an OR RN
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
- PALS and NIHSS certifications
- Epic EMR experience required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced OR environment
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-573486. Pay package is based on 8 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 TravelerWith 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.




