OR RN
Rockford, IL
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Flexible
$3,027/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftFlexible
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care235 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Variable, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced OR RN with at least 3 years of operating room experience for a 13-week assignment at a Level 1 trauma center.
Details
- Operating Room unit within an acute care, Level 1 trauma hospital
- 15 operating suites with 25-45 cases per day across specialties including general, GYN, urology, plastics, robotics, neuro, ortho, spine, EENT, and cardiothoracic
- Uses Epic EMR
- 8-hour shifts rotating through 2 weeks nights (2245-0715), 2 weeks evenings/mid shift (1100-1930 or 1445-2315), and 2 weeks days (0645-1515 or 0900-1730)
- Call required approximately once per week and every 3rd to 4th weekend, including holidays
- No floating required
- Charge RN available 24/7 and does not take a patient assignment but can assist as needed
- Surgical techs (1-2 per patient) and CNAs (3-4 during days, reduced to 1 by evening) support the unit
Requirements
- Active IL RN license required
- BLS certification (AHA) required
- Minimum 3 years of OR nursing experience required
- Scrubbing required for RNs
- Epic EMR experience preferred
Additional Information
- Scrubs are provided; casual professional dress required when entering/leaving the facility
- Unit-specific orientation is 1 week, with 12 hours of non-billable general orientation
- Local rates available for clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
- No radius rule restricting eligibility
- COVID vaccination is not required for this facility
- Candidates must be able to produce a negative drug screen for all panels
Facility
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 235 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Rockford, IL
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Rockford, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Rockford, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Average summer highs in Rockford, IL are around 83°F, while winter lows can drop to around 14°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Rockford, IL, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the help of local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
- Rockford, IL is car-friendly with easily navigable roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger metropolitan areas.
- Rockford, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Rockford, IL offers a variety of things to do, including a vibrant restaurant scene, cultural and art museums, music venues, sports facilities, and outdoor attractions such as the Anderson Japanese Gardens and the River District along the Rock River.
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