Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
West Des Moines, IA
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,520/weekOverview
- Start Date10/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Bring your perioperative expertise to a rewarding Operating Room Registered Nurse travel assignment in West Des Moines, Iowa. This 26-week opportunity offers the chance to work in a well-equipped surgical services environment, collaborate with a skilled care team, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes. West Des Moines is a welcoming, growing community with easy access to the Des Moines metro, great dining, shopping, parks, and a comfortable suburban feel.
Job Details
- Setting: Operating Room / Surgical Services
- Location: West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
- Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) assignment
- Duration: 26 weeks
- Start Date: 10/4/2026
- End Date: 4/3/2027
- Shift: 10-hour day shifts
- Hours per Week: 40
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
- On-Site: Yes
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of recent Operating Room or perioperative nursing experience required
- Experience as an OR nurse in a fast-paced surgical setting preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work effectively in a high-acuity environment
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient advocacy skills
- Ability to adapt to changing case volumes while maintaining attention to detail
- Willingness to complete standard onboarding and compliance requirements
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care for patients in the Operating Room
- Assist with preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative support as needed
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiology, and the perioperative team
- Monitor patient status and respond promptly to changes in condition
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow established clinical protocols
- Support efficient room turnover and contribute to smooth surgical workflow
- Promote a positive patient experience through compassionate, professional care
Apply now to join this rewarding Operating Room RN travel job in West Des Moines, Iowa and advance your perioperative 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.
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About West Des Moines, IA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in West Des Moines, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and winter lows of 12°F.
- Winters can be cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online rental platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- West Des Moines has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports facilities, and numerous outdoor activities including parks and trails.
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