OR RN
Cedar Rapids, IA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,627/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility Information340 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN with DaVinci robotics and vascular case proficiency for a 13-week travel assignment in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Details
- Operating Room unit within a hospital setting, 14 beds, 1:1 patient ratio
- Robotics equipment used includes DaVinci Xi, Mako, and Rosa
- Day shift, Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week
- On-call requirement of 1 night per week and up to 1 weekend per month
- Holiday rotation required unless the unit is closed
Requirements
- Active IA or Compact RN license required
- BLS and ACLS certification required (AHA or ARC)
- Minimum of 24 months of current Operating Room experience required
- Proficient experience in DaVinci robotics required
- Proficient experience in vascular cases required, including TCAR, TAVR, bypass, endarterectomy, embolectomy, and AV fistula
- Proficient experience in general surgery required
- EPIC EMR experience required
- Spine and scrub experience preferred
- Travel experience within the previous 15 months required
- Valid driver's license required for consideration
- Professional reference from a supervisor, charge nurse, manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months preferred
Additional Information
- Provide perioperative nursing care across general, vascular, and robotic surgical cases
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be considered
- Prior UnityPoint Health employees, whether FTE or PRN float pool, are subject to separation policy restrictions when applying to travel in another market
- Required to work 1-2 of 3 upcoming winter holidays unless the unit is closed
- Limited time-off requests permitted during the Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year holiday periods
- Clinical phone interview required as part of the screening process
Facility
Saint Luke's Hospital

- 340 beds
Employer
American Traveler
84 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I have absolutely nothing negative to say about Ms. Sebrona! She stayed close by and did her very best to get my foot in the door as a first time traveler! I appreciate her so much!!!
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
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.
About Cedar Rapids, IA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Cedar Rapids, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 83°F and winter lows of 13°F, with occasional snowfall.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
- Car-friendly city with easy access to highways.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Cedar Rapids has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor spaces for hiking and biking.
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