High Salary! Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,597 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: November 4, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: OR - Operating Room - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Operating Room position with cardiac and trauma experience required. Responsibilities - Work in a large hospital OR with 16 suites, routinely running 12-14 rooms - Patient population is primarily cardiac with cases in neuro, ortho trauma, robotics, general, gyn, uro, pediatrics, transplants, plastics, ENT, and vascular - Average caseload is 35-50 cases per day with a 1:1 patient ratio - Specialized equipment includes 3 Da Vinci robots, Stealth neuro navigation, and Synthes/Stryker for ortho trauma - Float required across multiple campuses - Work both scrub and circulating roles as preferred - Call required for weekends from end of shift Friday through Monday morning - Epic EMR is used and recent experience is necessary - Hospital is a Level I trauma center - Primary responsibilities include assisting in high-volume, diverse OR procedures and supporting rapid turnovers - Scrubs are provided for all shifts - Team members must be adaptable to a fast-paced, trauma-oriented environment - Holiday coverage for 2 of 3 major winter holidays may be required - A limit of 1 day off may be requested during peak holiday periods - Applicants should expect to float between campuses as needed - Returning employees may not be eligible if previously employed within the past 12 months Requirements - Active IA or compact RN license required prior to start - BLS (AHA) certification required - Minimum 2 years of recent OR experience - Proficient in general, robotic, pediatric, and trauma cases - Experience in at least some of these additional service lines: neuro, ortho trauma, gyn, uro, transplants, plastics, ENT, vascular - Recent Epic EMR experience within the last 3 years - Level I trauma experience required - Must have recent scrub and circulating experience - One supervisory reference from within the past 2 years Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-619869. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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