Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Iowa City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,615/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse specializing in Gynecology in a healthcare setting. The position involves circulating and scrub responsibilities for gynecological surgeries, requiring strong skills in both areas. Qualified candidates will need to demonstrate experience in large trauma environments, and proficiency with electronic medical records. The role encompasses weekday shifts with potential weekend rotation and call responsibilities.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 0700 start, mainly weekdays, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid IA or Compact State license, large trauma experience, proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, and at least 2 years of operating room nursing experience. Candidates must also have circulating and scrub skills in gynecology, with evidence of completed OR Circulating and OR Scrub skills checklist in sub packet showing strong skills under Gynecology.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Epic EHR system and trauma nursing.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: Candidates must have the ability to circulate and scrub in the operating room, with flexibility to work primarily weekdays and participate in weekend or call rotations as scheduled.
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 Iowa City, IA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Iowa City, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and winter lows of 14°F.
- Expect warm summers and cold winters.
- Short-term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near the university.
- Car-friendly city with ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options, but the compact size makes it bike-friendly.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies, respiratory conditions, and obesity.
- Iowa City has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, college sports events, and numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports near the Iowa River.
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