Operating Room Travel Nurse Jobs in Illinois
Explore Illinois Operating Room travel nurse job openings, pay trends, and top hospitals hiring OR RNs below.
5 Secure premium OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Illinois with Advantis Medical, the #1 travel nurse agency backed by 700+ 5-star reviews and Gold Standard support updated 13 minutes ago. Travel jobs dates available between Jun 22, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026. We place professionals in top OR travel nurse jobs Illinois in Chicago, Springfield, and Peoria—centers for advanced trauma and transplant surgery. OR travel nurses are essential to... Illinois’ world-renowned medical systems and surgical innovation. Other top states for travel Operating Room jobs are Texas (27), California (19), and New Mexico (13). Did you know? Illinois ranks top 10 for healthcare infrastructure and offers competitive wages across major metros. OR Travel Nurse jobs Illinois need you—apply now with 1-click!
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5 Open Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Illinois – June 12th
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Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Olympia Fields, IL
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields📍Olympia Fields, IL$1,721/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Elgin, IL
Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin📍Elgin, IL$1,701/wk
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Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Davenport, IA
Genesis Medical Center Davenport📍Davenport, IA•Days$2,189/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Lafayette, IN
Franciscan Health Lafayette Central📍Lafayette, IN•Days$1,923/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Cape Girardeau, MO
Mercy Hospital Southeast📍Cape Girardeau, MO•Days$1,973/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Dubuque, IA
MercyOne - Dubuque Medical Center📍Dubuque, IA•Days$2,121/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Madison, WI
UW Health University Hospital📍Madison, WI•Days$2,505/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Louisville, KY
UofL- Jewish Hospital📍Louisville, KY•Days$1,990/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Louisville, KY
Norton Healthcare- Children's Medical Center📍Louisville, KY•Days$2,359/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Louisville, KY
Norton Healthcare- Norton Hospital📍Louisville, KY•Days$2,139/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Louisville, KY
Norton Healthcare- Audubon📍Louisville, KY•Days$2,139/wk -
Operating Room Travel Nurse Job in Milwaukee, WI
Aurora St Luke's Medical Center📍Milwaukee, WI•Days$2,860/wk
Top OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Illinois
Operating Room (OR) travel nurse jobs in Illinois provide a unique opportunity to work in a variety of practice settings, including teaching hospitals in Chicago, trauma centers in Rockford, community hospitals in Peoria, and rural clinics in Springfield. These OR travel nursing jobs allow you to enhance your skills and experience by caring for patients undergoing surgical procedures in different healthcare environments. Illinois offers a diverse range of opportunities for operating room nurses to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact on patient care. Joining the healthcare team in Illinois as an OR travel nurse will broaden your expertise and provide valuable experience in this specialized field.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Trending States
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nurse job states are:
- California up to $3,468 per week
- New York up to $3,387 per week
- New Jersey up to $3,304 per week
- Illinois up to $3,287 per week
- Wisconsin up to $3,224 per week
Demand for Operating Room Travel Nurse Jobs in Illinois
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation manages RN licensing requirements and endorsement applications for the state. For travelers who need to obtain an Illinois license before their assignment starts, our Illinois RN licensing page outlines the current steps, timelines, and what to prepare before submitting your application. National RN employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is a useful benchmark when reviewing pay packages on Illinois assignments.
OR Travel Nurse Jobs – FAQs for Illinois
What license do you need for Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Illinois?
To work Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Illinois, you must hold an active RN license. Illinois is not currently part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so out-of-state nurses must apply for licensure by endorsement to work in Illinois.
Illinois Board of Nursing
Contact information
Website: https://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/nursing.html
Phone: 888.687.7307
Fees
License by Exam: $91 (+$200 exam fee)
License by Endorsement: $50
Renewal: $80
Temporary License: $25
Timing
Processing Time: 6 – 8 weeks
Valid for: 2 years
Renewal Schedule: 2 years
General Information
Nursys: Yes
CEU Requirements: 20 hours
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What are the highest-paying cities for Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Illinois?
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying Operating Room travel nursing cities in Illinois are:
- Oak Lawn up to $2,867 Weekly
- Rockford up to $2,640 Weekly
- Olympia Fields up to $1,721 Weekly
- Elgin up to $1,701 Weekly
How much do Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Illinois pay?
How often are Operating Room travel nurse jobs in Illinois updated on Advantis Medical?
We update our Operating Room travel nurse jobs Illinois continuously throughout the day to ensure you always see the most current openings available. There are currently 5 Operating Room travel nursing jobs in Illinois open and new jobs are added in real time as soon as they’re released.
Our job board is refreshed at least every 30 minutes, and the most recent Operating Room travel nursing jobs in Illinois was posted just 13 minutes ago. Whether you're searching by specialty, location, or pay, Advantis Medical keeps your travel job search up to date and easy to navigate.
What are other specialties have the highest demand for travel nursing jobs in Illinois?
If you're exploring travel nursing jobs in Illinois, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Illinois. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Illinois.
What are other states have the highest demand for Operating Room travel nursing jobs?
For Operating Room travel nursing jobs, these states have the most openings:
- Texas with 27 open jobs
- California with 19 open jobs
- New Mexico with 13 open jobs
- Florida with 10 open jobs
- Georgia with 10 open jobs
What benefits come with Operating Room travel nursing jobs in Illinois at Advantis Medical?
When working Operating Room travel nursing jobs with Advantis Medical, you receive premium benefits while on assignment. We’re proud to offer very competitive benefits in the industry, including:
- Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Weekly direct deposit & competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan options
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
- Onboarding, credentialing & licensing support
- Travel & housing stipends
- A dedicated Clinician Advocate Team for ongoing support