Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,772 per week

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 : 11 / 24 / 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 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! Travel Nurse Job Details Location : Des Moines, IA 50309 (Iowa healthcare jobs) Assignment Length : 13-week travel nursing contract Start Date : November 10, 2025 End Date : February 9, 2026 Shift : 6 : 30 AM – 5 : 00 PM, 10-hour day shifts Hours per Week : 40 Estimated Weekly Pay : $2190 - $2350 On-Call : Up to 1 overnight / week and 3 weekends per contract Setting : Level I Trauma Center, 16 operating room suites (12-14 in routine use) Patient Ratio : 1 : 1 Scrubs : Provided Registered Nurse Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa (Iowa RN jobs) BLS certification (AHA) Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room (OR) nursing experience Circulating experience required; scrubbing experience highly preferred Proficiency in General, Robotics, Pediatrics, and Trauma surgical cases Experience with EPIC EMR within the past 3 years Level I trauma center experience preferred Ability to float across multiple hospital campuses as needed At least 1 year of overall nursing experience required OR RN Responsibilities Deliver professional nursing care in the Operating Room, including circulating and scrubbing duties Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes Manage care for cardiac and trauma patients in a fast-paced clinical environment Assist with a variety of surgical procedures : cardiac, neuro, orthopedic trauma, robotics, gynecology, urology, general, pediatrics, transplants, ENT, and plastics Participate in on-call rotation, including overnight and weekend shifts Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EPIC EMR Comply with hospital policies, safety protocols, and infection control standards Support efficient operating room turnover (goal : less than 20 minutes) 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. GHR 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 GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.