Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,368 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is recruiting a travel nurse RN for an Operating Room position in Des Moines, Iowa. The position is for 13 weeks starting August 3, 2026, with 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedure
• Aids in positioning and preparing patients for surgery, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort and safety according to procedural requirements
• Maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures and adheres to infection control protocols and sterile technique
• Antsips the needs of the surgical team, providing instruments, supplies, and support promptly to maintain efficient workflow
• Monitors the patient's condition during surgery, documenting significant changes and notifying the surgeon
• Handles surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their proper use, sterilization, and disposal according to facility protocols
• Manages specimen collection, labeling, and transport according to facility protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic results
• Documents all aspects of patient care in the perioperative setting accurately and thoroughly
• Participates in patient handoff communication during pre- and post-operative phases, ensuring continuity of care
• Cleans and restocks the operating room between cases, adhering to infection control and turnover protocols
• Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and standards
• Follows hospital safety rules and procedures, including proper use of PPE and infection prevention measures

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS (AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
• Nursing Certification (CNOR)

Benefits

• HIGHLY COMPETITIVE PAY FOR TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS
• COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION INSURANCE WITH FIRST DAY COVERAGE
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• LIFE AND SHORT-TERM DISABILITY OFFERED
• 401(k) MATCHING
• AGGRESSIVE REFER-A-FRIEND BONUS PROGRAM
• 24/7 RECRUITER SUPPORT
• REIMBURSEMENT FOR LICENSES AND CEUS

Why Choose Fusion?

• Day one insurance
• $0 copay for mental health services
• Scholarships and awards
• Exclusive discounts
• Aggressive refer-a-friend bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Other Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.