Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) Travel Assignment in Springfield, Illinois

Travel to Springfield, IL (62781), a welcoming Midwestern city known for its rich history, friendly atmosphere, and convenient access to parks, dining, and cultural attractions, for a rewarding Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) assignment in a high-acuity Level I trauma center. This 13-week travel RN job offers the chance to expand your perioperative nursing experience, support complex surgical cases, and work alongside a collaborative surgical team in central Illinois.

Job Details

• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Operating Room / Perioperative Nursing
• Setting: Acute care hospital, Level I trauma center
• Schedule: 5×8 day shifts, 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM
• Shift Duration: 8 hours
• Shifts Per Week: 5
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Orientation: 40 hours
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Location: Springfield, Illinois
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,450 – $2,580
• On-Call: Required, approximately 1 shift per week
• Weekend Requirement: 1 weekend shift per month
• Charting System: Cerner preferred

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of operating room RN experience required
• Previous Level I trauma experience required
• General OR and trauma nursing experience required
• Active Illinois RN license in hand or in process at time of application
• BLS certification required
• CNOR certification required
• Prior travel nurse experience required
• Must be comfortable working with all service lines except cardiovascular cases
• Must be able to accommodate on-call responsibilities
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• No first-time travelers accepted

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, efficient, and high-quality perioperative nursing care in the operating room
• Support a wide range of surgical cases, including general surgery, trauma, neurology, orthopedics, plastic surgery, transplant, urology, and emergency procedures
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field while following universal protocol and infection control standards
• Assist with case preparation, instrumentation, specimen handling, and patient safety throughout the surgical experience
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the perioperative team to support smooth case flow and excellent patient outcomes
• Respond appropriately to urgent situations, including code response and other emergency events as needed
• Participate in on-call coverage and occasional float support within scope of practice
• Maintain professionalism, flexibility, and strong communication in a fast-paced surgical environment

Apply now to take the next step in your travel nursing career and join a leading Springfield, Illinois healthcare team today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.