Surgical Unit RN - Waukegan, IL
Company: Soliant
Location: Waukegan
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Nursing degree, active
registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1 years RN experience
required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not
be considered. Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR) | Waukegan,
IL | Contract Assignment An opportunity is available for an
experienced Registered Nurse with OR specialization to join a
dynamic surgical team in Waukegan, IL. This contract role offers
the chance to apply your expertise in operating room nursing within
a collaborative hospital environment. Location Overview:Waukegan,
IL is a vibrant city located approximately 35 miles north of
downtown Chicago with easy access to urban amenities and lakeside
recreation. Its proximity to a major metropolitan area provides
diverse cultural and dining options, making it an appealing place
for healthcare professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle. Role
Responsibilities: Provide perioperative nursing care to surgical
patients in the Operating Room, maintaining standards for safety
and quality. Collaborate with surgical teams including surgeons,
anesthesiologists, and other nursing staff to ensure efficient and
effective procedures. Utilize specialized knowledge in
ophthalmology and robotic-assisted surgery (Da Vinci system) to
support complex cases. Participate in on-call rotations, responding
promptly to urgent surgical needs within designated response times.
Adhere to hospital policies and documentation requirements to
maintain compliance and accreditation standards. Qualifications &
Desired Experience: Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Minimum 2 years of experience in OR nursing with proficiency in
ophthalmology and robotic surgery. Completion of at least one prior
travel nursing contract preferred. BLS certification required.
Experience with Epic electronic medical records system is
advantageous. Ability to reliably respond on-call within 30 minutes
of the hospital. Required pre-employment health screenings,
including CBC, Drug Screen, and QuantiFERON gold within 90 days.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
On-call availability including some weekends. Contract Duration:
Approximately 8 weeks. This contract opportunity provides a
challenging and rewarding environment to enhance your OR nursing
skills while contributing to a highly regarded medical team. For
dedicated OR nurses looking to broaden their clinical experience in
a supportive setting close to Chicago, this role offers both
professional growth and work-life balance. Qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply promptly to take advantage of this engaging
assignment. 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.
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