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OR | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareWest Des Moines, IATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
West Des Moines, IA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 16, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$64.17
Weekly
$2,310
Yearly (full-time)
$120,120
Contract length
26 weeks
Start date
10/4/2026

This job pays about $64.17/hour — 70% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa ($37.80/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR Nurse) Travel Assignment in West Des Moines, Iowa

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.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We 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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