Travel Contract

Operating Room RN
Dubuque, IA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

$2,154/week
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Overview

  • Start Date01/11/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration12 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,154/week

Description

Job Opportunity: RN Operating Room (OR) - Iowa, Dubuque

Position Details

  • Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR)
  • Location: Dubuque, Iowa
  • Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Work Hours: 36 hours per week with on-call obligations including nights and weekends
    • Weekdays: 06:30 AM - 07:00 PM
    • Weekends: 09:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Experience Requirements

  • Years of Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN OR experience expected (no lower value given, so no adjustment needed)
  • Prior Travel Experience: Not required (no explicit mention of prior travel experience requirement)

Required Certifications and Licenses (Must be current and verifiable)

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association certification required for all direct patient care personnel
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Valid nursing license with online verification dated within 30 days of start
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
  • Specialty-specific competency testing (must be completed within the last year)

Health and Immunization Requirements

  • Fit Test
  • Trinity 10 Panel Drug Screen (completed within 30 days of start, no THC)
  • COVID-19 Vaccine (proof of booster by Sept 2025, or declination/exemption except for CA or IL)
  • MMR (proof of 2 vaccinations or IgG titer)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series (at least first vaccination prior to start)
  • Influenza Vaccine (proof or declination for 2024-2025 season)
  • 2 Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with chest x-ray if positive TB as per regional requirements
  • Varicella (proof of 1 vaccination or IgG titer)
  • Physical/Health Statement (exam within last year confirming fitness to work)
  • Tdap vaccine (current, non-expired; declination accepted if no pediatric interaction)

Professional and Compliance Requirements

  • Signed Trinity Code of Conduct Form
  • Trinity I9 form completed by agency
  • Confidentiality and System Security Agreement
  • Integrity and Audit Services Form (signed shortly before start)
  • Non-Employee Upload Form (pages 1-3 and 28)
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
  • Criminal Background Check (Federal, Nationwide, County for last 7 years, including SSN verification, dated within 30 days of start)
  • Education Verification (highest academic degree or diploma/GED verified)
  • EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check dated within 30 days
  • OIG (Office of Inspector General) exclusion check dated within 30 days
  • Joint Commission CORE Exam within the last year
  • NSO (National Sex Offender) check dated within 30 days
  • System Access Form (completed and uploaded one week before start)
  • Skills Checklist (provided by agency for clinical contractors)
  • Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Training (Iowa only)
  • Iowa Sing Report (Criminal History, Sex Offender, Dependent Adult & Child Abuse Registries check within 30 days prior to start)
  • OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions check within 30 days of start

This position requires a highly qualified RN with OR experience, ready to work a demanding schedule including on-call nights and weekends, and able to meet comprehensive credentialing, health, and compliance requirements.

Employer

GHR Healthcare - PH Division

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About Dubuque, IA

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Dubuque, IA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Dubuque is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 63°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 28°F, and average lows are around 10°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Dubuque, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and housing availability.
Transportation
  • Dubuque is fairly car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
  • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Dubuque has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular disease.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
Things to Do
  • Dubuque offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
  • The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with galleries and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and water sports along the Mississippi River.
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