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RN - Operating Room

Joliet, IL

About the Opportunity We are seeking skilled Operating Room RNs to support surgical teams in a modern hospital environment. This role is ideal for nurses who excel in sterile technique, teamwork, and ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for operating in Chicago, IL is $24.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $28.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Operating vs Maintenance?

AspectOperatingMaintenance
Required credentialsTraining in equipment operation, safety certificationsTechnical certifications, repair training
Work environmentProduction floors, factories, plantsWorkshops, repair sites, plant areas
Employer usageOperators run machinery dailyMaintenance staff service and repair equipment
Common search intentHow to operate machineryHow to maintain or repair equipment

Operating involves running and controlling machinery or equipment during production, focusing on daily operation and safety. Maintenance centers on repairing, servicing, and ensuring equipment functions properly over time. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Operating job openings in Chicago, IL as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,753 per year, or $24.9 per hour.
Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Trustaff

Chicago, IL

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Trustaff is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: OR - Operating Room
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 07/07/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

As an Operating Room Nurse, or OR RN, you'll be responsible for patient care in the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of a patient's surgical experience. OR RN job duties include patient education, circulating and/or scrubbing, and working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists during and after surgical procedures.

Trustaff Job ID #1038573. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room

About Trustaff

Our nurse-first attitude has set us apart from other travel nursing agencies


When you join the Trustaff family, you’re more than just a body filling a role—you're a vibrant individual with dreams and aspirations. As one of the nation's leading travel nursing companies, your recruiter will work with you one-on-one to guide your career and help you achieve your goals.

  • You decide when and where you want to work
  • Enjoy industry-leading pay, benefits, and bonuses
  • Experience new people and places
  • Grow your clinical skills and expand your experience


Travel nursing lets you take your professional career to the next level while maintaining your flexibility and freedom. At Trustaff, we put you first, so you never have to compromise your work or pay. We are proud to have one of the highest nurse retention rates in the country. Some of the other reasons people choose us include:

  • Priority access to thousands of travel nursing jobs
  • Industry-leading pay
  • Guaranteed weekly hours
  • Experienced recruiters
  • Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k with employer match
  • Assistance with travel, compliance, and housing
  • Great bonuses for completions, referring friends, and more


Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

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