Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,385 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) nurse position available at a healthcare facility in Illinois. This role involves providing surgical nursing care, primarily focusing on orthopedic and spine procedures, in a fast-paced surgical environment. The position is suitable for candidates with at least two years of relevant experience and an Illinois nursing license.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education, and Experience: Current Illinois nursing license; two years of operating room experience with a strong background in orthopedic and spine procedures.
• Schedule: Day shift, 4 ten-hour days, from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with 2-3 calls per month, totaling a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Position Responsibilities: Providing perioperative care to surgical patients, assisting during orthopedic and spine surgeries, and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.
• Additional Information: No local candidates within a 50-mile radius; a cover sheet from the healthcare provider is required.

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 #1327765. 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: 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