Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,620 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Carbondale, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in the area. This position involves providing patient care during surgical procedures in a fast-paced hospital environment. The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency during operative cases.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Evenings, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid Illinois Registered Nurse license; current CPR/BLS Card; ACLS certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior OR experience is preferred but not required.
• Additional Information: The position involves assisting in surgical procedures within the operating room and ensuring adherence to infection control protocols. Candidates must demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The assignment begins on 09/28/2026 and concludes on 12/28/2026.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1318232. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus