Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/10/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Rockford, Illinois. The role involves circulating in the OR with a focus on orthopedic, neurological, and podiatry procedures. The schedule is nights, with a shift time from 8:30 PM to 7:00 AM, and every Friday off. The position requires strong clinical skills and certification compliance.

Job Details:

Location: Rockford, Illinois
Schedule: Nights, 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week, starting 08/10/2026
Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) license, at least 1 year of experience, certifications as specified, Illinois license, no local candidates within a 50-mile radius, shift from 8:30 PM to 7:00 AM with no call, strong skill set in ortho/neuro/podiatry, and American Heart Association (AHA) certification
Preferred Qualifications: None listed
Float: Float rotation may be required
Additional Information: Facility notes indicate a focus on orthopedic, neuro, and podiatry surgical procedures. Charge shifts are available for extra compensation. Certifications other than Resuscitation of Qualified Individuals (RQI) are required; RQI is not accepted.

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

Posted Date: 2026-07-08

Cross Country Job ID #1270942. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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