Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Waterloo, IA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,360/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date08/10/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,360/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse position available in Waterloo, Iowa. This role involves working in a high-volume surgical environment, providing perioperative patient care across various specialties, and supporting surgical procedures with a focus on orthopedics, neurology, general, GYN, and urology. The position offers rotating shifts and requires flexibility to meet the needs of the facility.

Job Details:

Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Schedule: Rotating shifts; 9.5 hours per shift; minimum of 38 hours per week
Start Date: 08/10/2026
Required Qualifications: 24 months of current operating room experience within a hospital or medical center, proficiency in orthopedics, neuro/neurology, general, GYN, and urology; highly preferred experience with operating DaVinci robotic systems; EPIC charting experience preferred; scrub experience preferred; active Iowa/IA license or multi-state compact license required; minimum of 3 months recent travel experience within the previous 18 months; BLS and ACLS certifications required; Driver's License required; must have a professional reference from within 24 months.
Preferred Qualifications: EPIC charting experience; scrub experience; recent travel experience.
Additional Information: Orientation scheduled for 08/10/2026; mandatory work during 1-2 of the upcoming summer holidays unless the unit is closed; employee separation policy prohibits previous UPH travel employees from working at other facilities within the same system; holiday pay multiplier of 1.15x applicable; call schedule includes one shift per week and every third or fourth weekend with call pay of $9/hour; on-call pay at 1.5x with a 2-hour minimum; call back pay at 1.5x with a 2-hour minimum; shift length is 9.5 hours.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1281813. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 38 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

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.

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About Waterloo, IA

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Waterloo, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 83°F, and average lows in winter are around 11°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Waterloo, IA, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.

Transportation

Waterloo is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options include bus services operated by the Metro Transit.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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