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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: OR - Operating Room Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Operating Room. The role supports perioperative patient care, including heavy orthopedic, urology, spine, and robotic procedures.

Responsibilities include circulating, assessing patients, coordinating individualized care, recognizing changes in patient condition, maintaining accurate medical records, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Job Details Schedule: Day shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Current Illinois Registered Nurse license; current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS) card; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Additional Information: Must be able to circulate for orthopedic, urology, spine, and robotic procedures. Call requirements include one weeknight and two weekend days per month, with additional call as department needs require. Float rotation to other facilities may be required.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning and implementation, patient and responsible-person education, clinical judgment, conflict management, core measure participation, continuing education, and accurate medical record maintenance.

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 1350015. 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