Travel OR RN - $2,843 per week

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

• Specialty:
  OR
  - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:
  10 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position requiring an active Iowa or compact RN license and 24 months of current OR experience.

• Level I trauma center hospital setting with 16 operating suites, typically running 12-14 rooms
• OR unit supports service lines including cardiac/PV, neuro, ortho trauma, robotics, gyn, uro, general, pediatrics, transplants, ENT and plastics
• 1:1 patient ratios with an average caseload of 35-50 cases per day and turnover expectations under 20 minutes
• Uses 3 DaVinci robots, Stealth technology for neuro navigation, and Synthes or Stryker equipment for ortho trauma
• EPIC EMR experience required within the previous 3 years
• Schedule is Monday-Friday, 4x10-hour day shifts with a 6:30 AM start and rotating day off, 40 hours/week
• Call requirements include one overnight per week and three weekends per 13-week contract, with weekend call running from end of Friday shift until 6:30 AM Monday
• Floating required across multiple campuses (Iowa Methodist MC, Iowa Lutheran, and Iowa Methodist)
• Scrubs are provided

• Active Iowa RN license or compact/multistate license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Minimum 24 months of current operating room experience required, with hospital/medical center experience prioritized
• Circulating experience required; scrub experience highly preferred
• Required case experience in General, DaVinci Robotics, Pediatrics, and Trauma
• Highly preferred additional experience in Neurology, Orthopedics (trauma), Gynecology, Urology, Transplants, Plastics, ENT, and Vascular cases
• Trauma Level II experience required;
  Trauma Level I experience highly preferred
• EPIC EMR experience within the previous 3 years required
• Must have completed a travel assignment within the previous 15 months
• Valid driver's license required for consideration
• Professional reference from a charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months preferred

• Provide circulating and/or scrub support across a high-volume, multi-specialty OR service line
• Work as part of a team supporting trauma, robotic, and specialty surgical cases in a Level I trauma center
• Holiday coverage required for 1-2 of 3 upcoming summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) unless the unit is closed
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this assignment
• Candidates who were previously employed by the health system (FTE or PRN) may be ineligible depending on separation policy details
• Local candidates may be considered under a radius rule, which may impact bill rate

American Traveler Job  #P-744329. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Operating Room

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.