OR RN - Arlington Heights, IL

Registered Nurse - Operating Room | Arlington Heights, IL | Contract Opportunity

Deliver specialized nursing care in a dynamic Level 1 Trauma Center located in Arlington Heights, IL. This contract position offers a consistent schedule with guaranteed 40 hours per week and the chance to work in a high-acuity operating room environment. The role is ideal for experienced OR nurses comfortable with a variety of surgical specialties including orthopedic trauma, vascular, urology, and general surgery.

Location Overview
Arlington Heights is a vibrant suburb known for its excellent healthcare facilities, safe neighborhoods, and easy access to Chicago’s urban amenities. With diverse dining, shopping, and recreational options, it provides an excellent balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative nursing care for patients undergoing emergent and elective procedures
• Scrub and circulate efficiently during surgeries across multiple specialties such as ortho trauma, vascular, urology, and general surgery
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Float within scope as required to support facility needs in a mandatory float environment
• Maintain accurate documentation using Cerner electronic health records
• Adhere to facility protocols and Level 1 Trauma Center standards

Qualifications and Experience

• Current RN license with at least 2 years recent acute care experience in the operating room
• Strong scrub and circulating skills essential
• Experience in Level 1 Trauma OR environment preferred
• Proficiency in orthopedic trauma, vascular, urology, and general surgery required; neurosurgery, open heart/thoracic, ophthalmology, ENT, bariatric, and gynecology experience a plus
• BLS certification required
• Must reside within 75 miles of the facility; local candidates preferred

Schedule and Call Requirements

• Shift: Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts (10:00 AM – 6:30 PM)
• Weekend: Every other weekend (2 weekends per month)
• Call: One 12-hour shift monthly on a weekend (7 AM–7 PM or 7 PM–7 AM), no weekday call
• Restrictions: No call before or after holidays; limited to 5 days RTO with no more than 2 consecutive; no holiday or weekend RTO

Take advantage of this opportunity to engage your OR expertise in a renowned trauma center with a stable contract and defined schedule. Apply today to contribute your skills in a supportive, high-volume surgical setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.