GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Des Moines, Iowa

Advance your nursing career with a high-demand Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) travel assignment in Des Moines, Iowa (50309). This 13-week contract at a Level I trauma center offers hands-on experience with advanced surgical technology and a diverse patient population. Des Moines is a top destination for healthcare professionals seeking rewarding nursing jobs, career growth, and a vibrant Midwest lifestyle.

Des Moines Healthcare Job Details

• Location: Des Moines, Iowa 50309 (Iowa nursing jobs)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: January 5, 2026 – End: April 6, 2026)
• Shift: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday (4x10 hour shifts/week, rotating day off)
• On-Call: Up to 1 overnight per week and 3 weekends per contract (weekend call: Friday 5pm – Monday 6:30am)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Unit: Operating Room (OR) – 16 suites, average 35-50 cases/day
• Scrubs: Provided
• EMR: EPIC
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2190 - $2350

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BLS certification (AHA required)
• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room RN experience
• Proficient circulating experience required; scrub experience preferred
• Experience with General, Robotics, Pediatrics, and Trauma cases required
• Additional experience in Neuro, Ortho (trauma), Gyn, Uro, Transplants, Plastics, ENT, and Vascular preferred
• Level I trauma center experience required
• EPIC EMR experience within the past 3 years
• Must have completed at least one travel nursing assignment in the past 12 months (no first-time travelers)
• Ability to float across multiple hospital campuses

Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality patient care as part of an interdisciplinary surgical healthcare team
• Circulate and scrub for a wide range of surgical cases: general, robotics, pediatrics, trauma, neuro, ortho, gyn, uro, transplants, plastics, ENT, and vascular
• Maintain efficient operating room turnover times (goal: under 20 minutes)
• Operate advanced surgical equipment, including Davinci robots and Stealth neuro navigation technology
• Participate in on-call rotation (overnight and weekend coverage)
• Float to other hospital campuses as needed
• Accurately document patient care using EPIC EMR

Discover your next travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa—one of the Midwest's leading healthcare hubs. Apply now to join our surgical team and take the next step in your nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #438810. 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: OR

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