Operating Room Registered Nurse
West Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,420/weekOverview
- Start Date08/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) nurse in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position involves working in the surgical environment with specific requirements for on-call and weekend work. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of employment. The shift is during daytime hours, with a schedule of 10 hours per shift and a minimum of 40 hours per week.
Job Details:
- Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
- Shift: Days
- Shift Hours: 10
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 40
- Start Date: 06/28/2026
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; OR (Operating Room) specialty certification or experience; No minimum years of experience specified; Education or degree requirements not specified; Iowa license or ability to obtain license; No specific location requirement; 0 years of experience.
- Additional Information: Please note the facility's fixed notes regarding end of shift, intermittent on-call, and weekend requirements.
- Schedule only if a valid schedule value is available: Days shift, 10 hours per shift, 40 hours per week.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
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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