Operating Room RN
Dubuque, IA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,218/weekOverview
- Start Date01/11/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with a 13-week travel assignment in Dubuque, Iowa (zip code 52001). Join our healthcare team and gain valuable experience in a leading Iowa hospital, working across surgical specialties such as thoracic surgery, surgical pathology, sub-acute care, pediatric PACU, and pediatric OR. Dubuque is a top destination for Iowa nursing jobs, offering scenic river views, historic charm, and a welcoming healthcare community.
Travel Nurse Job Details
- Assignment Type: Travel nursing job
- Location: Dubuque, IA 52001 (Iowa healthcare jobs)
- Setting: Operating Room (OR RN)
- Start Date: January 11, 2026
- End Date: April 11, 2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Hours per Week: 36
- Shift: 12-hour days (06:30 AM – 07:00 PM weekdays, 09:00 AM – 09:30 PM weekends)
- On-Call: Required, including nights and weekends
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (OR RN specialty preferred)
- Minimum 1 year of recent Operating Room RN experience
- Current and valid BLS certification
- Ability to participate in on-call shifts, including nights and weekends
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Compliance with all healthcare onboarding requirements (immunizations, background checks)
Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients during surgical procedures in the Operating Room
- Support surgeons and surgical teams throughout operations
- Monitor patient status and respond to clinical emergencies
- Maintain a sterile, safe, and compliant OR environment
- Accurately document patient care and surgical outcomes
- Participate in on-call rotation, including nights and weekends
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes
Apply now to join our Dubuque healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare
Pros
Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!
Cons
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About Dubuque, IA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Dubuque, IA here's what you should know:- 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.
- 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.
- Short term rentals are available in Dubuque, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and housing availability.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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