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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating RoomPlanet Healthcare • Des Moines, IA, US
Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

Planet Healthcare • Des Moines, IA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Planet 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 : 11 / 10 / 2025
  • 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\n

\n Advance your nursing career as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) in downtown Des Moines, IA (50309). This high-demand healthcare job places you in a Level I trauma center with cutting-edge technology and a wide range of surgical specialties. Enjoy the vibrant Des Moines healthcare community, renowned arts scene, and scenic parks while making a difference in patient care. Join our healthcare team for this rewarding Iowa nursing job!\n

\n\nTravel Nurse Job Details\n \n

  • Location : Des Moines, IA 50309 (Iowa healthcare jobs)\n
  • Assignment Length : 13-week travel nursing contract\n
  • Start Date : November 10, 2025\n
  • End Date : February 9, 2026\n
  • Shift : 6 : 30 AM – 5 : 00 PM, 10-hour day shifts\n
  • Hours per Week : 40\n
  • Estimated Weekly Pay : $2190 - $2350\n
  • On-Call : Up to 1 overnight / week and 3 weekends per contract\n
  • Setting : Level I Trauma Center, 16 operating room suites (12-14 in routine use)\n
  • Patient Ratio : 1 : 1\n
  • Scrubs : Provided\n
  • \n\nRegistered Nurse Qualifications\n \n

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa (Iowa RN jobs)\n
  • BLS certification (AHA)\n
  • Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room (OR) nursing experience\n
  • Circulating experience required; scrubbing experience highly preferred\n
  • Proficiency in General, Robotics, Pediatrics, and Trauma surgical cases\n
  • Experience with EPIC EMR within the past 3 years\n
  • Level I trauma center experience preferred\n
  • Ability to float across multiple hospital campuses as needed\n
  • At least 1 year of overall nursing experience required\n
  • \n\nOR RN Responsibilities\n \n

  • Deliver professional nursing care in the Operating Room, including circulating and scrubbing duties\n
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes\n
  • Manage care for cardiac and trauma patients in a fast-paced clinical environment\n
  • Assist with a variety of surgical procedures : cardiac, neuro, orthopedic trauma, robotics, gynecology, urology, general, pediatrics, transplants, ENT, and plastics\n
  • Participate in on-call rotation, including overnight and weekend shifts\n
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EPIC EMR\n
  • Comply with hospital policies, safety protocols, and infection control standards\n
  • Support efficient operating room turnover (goal : less than 20 minutes)\n
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    Apply now to join our Des Moines healthcare team as a Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse 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.

    Planet Healthcare Job ID #424384. 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

    About Planet Healthcare

    Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

    Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

    Our Methodology

    Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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    Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus
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