Travel Contract

Open Heart Surgical OR RN
Chicago, IL
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,081/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,081/week

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • School loan reimbursement
  • Vision benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Company provided housing options
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Pet insurance
  • Discount program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Health savings account
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Continuing Education
  • Dental benefits

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.
    Education
  • Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Description

Open Heart Surgical OR RN - Traveler - Days

Overview

  • Specialty: RN Surgery
  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Employment type: LTA
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 06:45 - 15:15
  • Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts Monday–Friday
  • On-call: One night every 2 weeks and one weekend every 6 weeks
  • Hours: May extend depending on case load

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Illinois
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • 2 years of Operating Room experience
  • Operating Room experience within the last year
  • Experience in a Procedural Area setting
  • Experience with Epic
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • PALS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • NIHSS
  • Driver's License

Required Certifications

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • NIHSS
  • DCI/BVP

Required Onboarding Items

  • Resume
  • Two references
  • Skills checklist
  • Driver’s license, state ID, or passport
  • Social Security card or passport in lieu of SSN card
  • Criminal background check
  • Drug screening
  • Color-blind test
  • Education verification
  • Agency attestation
  • SAM/EPLS check
  • Badge photo
  • Form I-9
  • Job description signed by employee
  • Core competencies exam
  • Basic pharmacology exam
  • Basic rhythm interpretation screening
  • Specialty exam
  • COVID-19 vaccination or declination
  • MMR immunity documentation
  • Fit test
  • Hepatitis B documentation
  • Influenza vaccine or declination
  • TB test
  • Annual TB questionnaire
  • Varicella immunity documentation
  • Tdap documentation
  • Physical/health statement
  • DCI/BVP certification
  • Onboarding education attestation

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1092 reviews)

268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.

Cons

None

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Review of Tyler Hall on Aug 16, 2026
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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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