OR Nurse (RN) | Chicago, Illinois

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Job Description

This role offers an opportunity to apply specialized nursing skills in an operating room setting with a focus on ophthalmology and robotic-assisted general surgery. The assignment is an eight-week contract based in the Chicago area, providing a structured Monday through Friday schedule with on-call responsibilities.

Location: Chicago, IL
The position is located in Glenview, a suburban community just north of Chicago. Known for its scenic residential neighborhoods and access to Lake Michigan, Glenview offers a balance of suburban comfort with convenient proximity to the vibrant culture and amenities of downtown Chicago.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care in the operating room, particularly focusing on ophthalmology cases and surgeries utilizing the DaVinci robotic system.
• Collaborate effectively with a strong, multidisciplinary surgical team to ensure safe and efficient patient outcomes.
• Adhere to all facility protocols and safety standards.
• Participate in on-call rotations, responding to cases within 30 minutes of the hospital as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic medical records systems including Epic.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant OR nursing experience with at least one prior travel contract.
• Proficient knowledge of ophthalmology procedures and DaVinci robotic surgery.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Familiarity with Epic electronic health records system.
• Ability to fulfill on-call obligations within a 30-minute radius of the hospital.

Contract Details:

• Eight-week assignment with 40 hours per week (Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM 5:30 PM).
• Weekend on-call requirements approximately 8-10 shifts during the contract.
• Orientation available during any weekday prior to start date.
• Credentialing documents due one week before assignment commencement, including recent CBC, drug screen, and QuantiFERON Gold test.

This contract position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to enhance surgical nursing skills in a technologically advanced setting. Interested candidates with the specified experience and credentials are encouraged to apply promptly for consideration.

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.