Surgical Unit RN - Chicago, Illinois

Bring your expertise as a registered nurse to a dynamic operating room environment in a Level 1 Trauma Center. This contract opportunity requires a dependable RN with significant experience managing acute surgical cases, ready to excel in high-stakes situations and a collaborative team setting.

Schedule & Hours

• Four 10-hour night shifts, 8:30 pm–7:00 am
• Every other weekend (two weekends per month required)
• No block scheduling available
• One 10-hour on-call shift each month, scheduled on a Saturday or Sunday (either 7:00 am–7:00 pm or 7:00 pm–7:00 am)
• Maximum of 5 requested days off (no more than 2 consecutive), with specific blackout dates around holidays and weekends

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum two years of recent acute care experience in the operating room
• Experience in a Level 1 Trauma setting required
• Proficiency in both scrub and circulate roles
• Strong background in Orthopedics, Ortho Trauma, Vascular, Urology, and General Surgery
• BLS certification required
• Prefer candidates with exposure to Neurosurgery (craniotomy and spine), Open Heart/Thoracic, Ophthalmology, ENT, Bariatric, and Gynecology procedures
• Must be willing to float within scope to meet the facility’s needs
• Navy blue scrubs provided
• Locals preferred (must live within 75 miles); pending licensure not accepted

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based patient care within the OR setting
• Anticipate and respond to emergencies and rapidly changing priorities
• Collaborate with surgical teams and support staff to ensure optimal outcomes
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using Cerner
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and sterile technique standards

Elevate your nursing practice in a fast-paced surgical department and make an immediate impact! If you meet these requirements and thrive in challenging environments, submit your application today to advance your career.

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.