Travel Surgical Unit RN - Urbandale, IA

Job Description

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years OR RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

This opportunity is tailored for experienced Registered Nurses specializing in the Operating Room, seeking a travel assignment in Urbandale, IA. This role allows skilled OR nurses to apply their expertise in a dynamic surgical environment, supporting a high-quality patient care team.

Location: Urbandale, IA
Urbandale offers a welcoming community with a blend of urban amenities and suburban comfort. Conveniently located near the Des Moines metropolitan area, it presents a balanced lifestyle with access to quality healthcare facilities, diverse dining, recreational parks, and cultural activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures
• Collaborate effectively with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain a sterile field and adhere to safety protocols during operations
• Monitor patient status and document care and surgical events accurately
• Manage surgical equipment preparation and maintenance

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Current RN license in the applicable state(s)
• Proven experience in Operating Room nursing
• Strong knowledge of surgical asepsis, instrumentation, and patient positioning
• Ability to work flexible shifts and adapt to surgical volume demands
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Schedule/Hours:

• Primarily day shift hours
• Availability to work up to 3 Saturdays during each 6-week schedule period
• Facility is closed on Sundays
• Holidays are scheduled based on surgical volume and may require coverage

This travel nursing assignment provides a unique chance to expand your skills in a supportive clinical setting with potential varied surgical cases. Commitment to delivering exceptional perioperative care is essential.

Candidates seeking a rewarding travel RN role within the Operating Room are encouraged to apply promptly to explore this opportunity.