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Advocate Aurora Health

Registered Nurse (RN)- Operating Room

Oak Lawn, IL

$38.20–$57.30/hr

About $79k–$119k/yr

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Posted Mar 25, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 16, 2026

What the listing says

Shift
Weekends only
Weekends, holidays, call
Call Schedule.

About this role

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Hours include: 8 or • 10 hour shifts. PM's Call Schedule. Some weekends and some Holidays. Where You Will Work: Registered Nurse (RN) Surgery Oak Lawn, IL We’re Looking For: · Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing · Candidates must have at least 6 months of RN experience, this position is not for new grads · Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices · Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association What You’ll Do: · As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. · Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Advocate Christ Medical Center (ACMC) in Oak Lawn, Illinois, is a quaternary-level hospital offering a full spectrum of surgical services, from general surgery to highly specialized procedures. Surgical Services Offered ACMC’s surgery department provides: General surgery (trauma, critical care, minimally invasive) Orthopedic surgery Urology and urologic robotic surgery Neurosurgery Cardiothoracic surgery (including heart transplant, ventricular assist device implantation, and robotic mitral-valve repair) Vascular surgery Oral & maxillofacial surgery ENT (ear, nose & throat) Plastic surgery Minimally invasive urogynecologic surgery Advocate Health Care The Advocate Heart Institute at ACMC is nationally ranked for ventricular assist device (VAD) surgeries and is one of the few centers in Chicago performing video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) for lobectomies, pneumothoraces, and mediastinal tumors. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now!

Skills for this role

Patient Care

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • Nursing policy compliance
  • Direct patient care
  • Nursing
  • 8 hour shift
  • Surgery
  • Weekends as needed
  • RN License
  • BLS Certification

Living in Oak Lawn, IL

Oak Lawn is a southwest suburban village just outside Chicago, known for its strong community feel, well-kept neighborhoods, and convenient access to major hospitals. Tree-lined residential streets and local shopping centers define the landscape, giving traveling nurses a quieter, affordable base within easy commuting distance of one of the country's largest healthcare markets.

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State price level · Illinois
about the national average
State index 100.0 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,335/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$83,911/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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