Travel Operating Room RN
Listed on 2026-01-22
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Operating Room Nurse, Surgical Assistant, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
OR - Operating Room - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
02/09/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 40 hours per week
- Shift:
10 hours, days - Employment Type:
Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN in Iowa with strong orthopedic, neuro, and DaVinci robotics skills required.
Responsibilities- Position is in a hospital operating room setting
- Covers a variety of surgical cases including orthopedics, neuro, general, GYN, urology, and podiatry
- Uses DaVinci robotic surgical systems for select cases
- 4x10 hour day shifts starting at 0800, 0900, or 1000 for a total of 40 hours per week
- On-call required: one shift per week plus call every 4th to 5th weekend
- Work schedule includes weekends as part of the call rotation
- Uses Epic EMR; prior experience preferred but training provided if needed
- Must provide direct patient care for a broad range of surgical specialties in the OR
- No first-time travelers will be considered for this role
- References from a charge nurse, supervisor, or manager within the past 24 months are preferred
- Scrub experience is preferred
- Orientation will be provided at the start of the assignment
- Current IA or compact RN license required and in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum of 24 months recent operating room RN experience in a hospital or medical center required
- Experience and proficiency with orthopedic, neuro, general, GYN, urology, and podiatry surgeries required
- Proficient with DaVinci robotics required
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS and ACLS certifications required and active at time of consideration
- Must have at least 3 months of recent travel nursing experience within the previous 18 months
- Driver’s license required
- Completion of a skills checklist specific to operating room nursing required
- 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 #P-661366. 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
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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