Travel OR RN - $2,870 per week (Hiring Immediately)

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Palos Heights, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: OR - Operating Room Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 4x10hrs Hours: 40 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 12 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a BSN-prepared Operating Room RN with experience in ortho, neurovascular, and robotics for a 12-week day shift assignment requiring an active IL RN license. Details Operating Room unit in a hospital setting Day shift schedule (4x10 hours), 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Weekend work required On-call responsibilities include weekend call (12-hour shifts) and weekday call (5 PM–11 PM, 11 PM–7 AM) Must be able to both scrub and circulate 30-minute meal break Epic EMR experience required May be required to float between facilities within the health system upon manager request Requirements Active Illinois RN license in hand (no emergency or pending licenses accepted) BSN required BLS certification through AHA required ACLS and CNOR preferred Minimum 1 year of direct OR experience required 2 years of experience required Experience in ortho, neurovascular, and robotics surgery required Skills checklist and 2 professional references required, with one from a Supervisor, Manager, or Charge RN within the last year Northwestern Medicine and any acquired facilities must be included in employment history, if applicable Additional Information Provide perioperative nursing care across a broad range of surgical specialties including vascular, gynecology, plastics, neurology, orthopedic, general surgery, endoscopic, podiatry, ophthalmology, robotics, urology, ENT, thoracic, and oral surgery Experience with equipment such as cell saver, electrosurgical units, fiber optic light sources, Hana table, and Steris systems is relevant Knowledge of emergency management protocols including code response, fire safety, latex allergy, and malignant hyperthermia expected All RTO must be submitted at the time of application and cannot be added afterward Vaccination status must be included at submission Candidates within a 75-mile radius are accepted at the local rate First-time travelers may be considered American Traveler Job ID P-750319. Pay package is based on 10 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 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.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386