Operating Room RN
Waterloo, IA
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
$2,621/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Operating Room Nurse, Operating Room Circulating Nurse or Operating Room Scrub Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR)
Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Work Schedule
- Shift: 09:00 AM – 06:30 PM
- Weekend rotation: Every 4th to 5th weekend
- FTE: 0.9 to 1.0 (36 to 40 hours per week)
- Holiday: Call rotation
- On-call: Weeknight call approximately every 1-2 weeks
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Iowa
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Minimum 1 year of Operating Room (OR) experience, with OR experience within the last year
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification
Immunization and Health Requirements
- COVID-19 vaccine with booster proof (or approved declination/exemption; declination not accepted in CA or IL)
- MMR: Proof of 2 vaccinations or IgG titer lab report
- Hepatitis B: Must have started vaccination series prior to start (3-shot series required; titers not accepted)
- Influenza vaccine (optional): Proof of vaccine, declination, or exemption accepted except in CA or IL
- 2-Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) for TB screening; positive TB requires chest x-ray per regional guidelines
- Varicella: Proof of 1 vaccination or IgG titer lab report
- Tdap: Current, non-expired vaccine required; declination accepted if no pediatric interaction
Experience
- Years of experience in specialty: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN OR experience expected
- Prior travel experience: Not required
Additional Notes
- All certifications and licenses must be uploaded as scanned copies with expiration dates visible
- Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen completed within 30 days of start, including specific substances; no THC allowed
- Resume, skills checklist (within one year), and two professional references required for submission
This position is ideal for experienced OR RNs seeking a long-term assignment with a structured weekend and on-call schedule in Iowa.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Waterloo, IA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Waterloo, IA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Waterloo, IA 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 83°F, and average lows in winter are around 11°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Waterloo, IA, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Waterloo is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include bus services operated by the Metro Transit.
- Waterloo has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Waterloo offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and theaters.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking are popular in the area.
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