Travel Operating Room Nurse

Company: American Traveler
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description 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: 03/17/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel /n Job Description/n American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Operating Room position in a Level 1 Trauma Center with mandatory float requirements and night shifts. /n /n Responsibilities/n - Work in the Operating Room of a Level 1 Trauma Center - Night shifts, 5x8 hours from 8:30pm to 7am - Required to work every other weekend, totaling two weekends per month - Mandatory floating to any Cook facility within 50 miles as needed - One 12-hour weekend call shift per month, either 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am - No block scheduling or special scheduling requests are allowed - Patients include trauma, ortho, vascular, urology, and general surgery cases - Uses Cerner EMR system - Scrub color is navy blue and is provided - RTO requests limited to 5 days per contract with no more than 2 consecutive days and none on weekends or around holidays - No RTO approved for holidays or the days immediately before and after a holiday - Strict compliance with lab work completion within 72 hours of offer acceptance is mandatory - Floating may involve being assigned outside of the primary competency area following a team-based model - Travelers must be willing to float on short notice - Orientation and team support provided on-site /n /n Requirements/n - Active IL RN license required at time of consideration; no pending licenses accepted - Current BLS certification required - At least 2 years of recent acute care OR experience required - Level 1 Trauma Center OR experience required - Strong scrub and circulate skills required - Experience in ortho, ortho trauma, vascular, urology, and general surgery required - Experience in neurosurgery, open heart/thoracic, ophthalmology, ENT, bariatric, or gynecology is preferred - Must live within 75 miles of the facility - Proof of COVID vaccine required /n Benefits/n - 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 /n American Traveler Job ID P-672559. 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 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.

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