Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse
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: Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR)

Location: Dubuque, Iowa
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Work Schedule

  • 36 hours per week
  • On-call obligations including nights and weekends
  • Shift hours:
    • Weekdays: 06:30 AM – 07:00 PM
    • Weekends: 09:00 AM – 09:30 PM

Required Certifications and Licenses

  • BLS (American Heart Association certification required for all direct patient care personnel)
  • ACLS
  • Valid nursing license (must be verified within 30 days of start)

Required Health and Safety Compliance

  • Fit Test
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
  • Trinity 10 Panel Drug Screen (10-panel drug screen completed within 30 days of start; no THC)
  • COVID-19 Vaccine (proof of booster by Sept 2025, declination or exemption accepted except in 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; declination not accepted in CA or IL)
  • 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 and non-expired; declination accepted if no pediatric interaction)

Professional and Compliance Requirements

  • Trinity Code of Conduct Form (signed)
  • Trinity I9 form (completed by agency)
  • Confidentiality and System Security Agreement (signed)
  • Integrity and Audit Services Form (signed shortly before start)
  • Non-Employee Upload Form (pages 1-3 and 28 completed)
  • Specialty Specific Competency Testing (copy of specialty exam within last year)
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form (signed)
  • Criminal Background Check (federal, nationwide, county for last 7 years; SSN verification; dated within 30 days of start)
  • Education Verification (highest academic degree or diploma verified)
  • EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check dated within 30 days
  • GSA/OIG (Office of Inspector General) exclusion check dated within 30 days
  • Joint Commission CORE Exam (within last year)
  • NSO (National Sex Offender) check dated within 30 days, including aliases and locations
  • System Access Form (completed and uploaded one week before start)
  • Skills Checklist (provided by agency for clinical contractors)
  • Child and Adult Dependent Abuse Training (required for Iowa)
  • Iowa Sing Report (Iowa-specific criminal history, sex offender, dependent adult & child abuse registry check within 30 days prior to start)
  • OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions check within 30 days

Experience Requirements

  • Specialty: Registered Nurse in Operating Room (RN OR)
  • Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN OR experience expected (recommend verifying with recruiter)
  • Prior Travel Experience: Not specified as required

This position requires a highly compliant and credentialed RN with OR experience, ready to work a long-term assignment with on-call duties including nights and weekends. All certifications, health screenings, and professional compliance documents must be current and verifiable prior to start.

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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