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OR RN (Registered Nurse) in Des Moines, IA - Contract

Capstone Healthcare Staffing
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/30/2026

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Des Moines, IA

Specialty: Operating Room (OR)

Position Type: Travel

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Pay: $2423 - $2919 | Shift: 4x10 Rotating


Are you an experienced Operating Room Nurse looking for your next travel adventure? Do you excel in high-pressure environments and thrive in a Level I trauma center? Our healthcare partner is seeking a dedicated OR nurse to join their team in Des Moines, IA, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a diverse range of surgical cases.


As a vital member of the surgical team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of patient care in the operating room. You will have the opportunity to scrub and circulate in a variety of cases, including general surgery, robotics, pediatrics, and trauma. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining efficiency and safety during procedures.

  • Need 2 years experience in setting
  • Experience in circulating and operating room required
  • Scrub experience highly preferred
  • Experience with General, DaVinci Robotics, Pediatrics, and Trauma cases required
  • Additional experience in Neurology, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Urology, Transplants, Plastics, ENT, and Vascular preferred
  • EPIC electronic medical systems experience within the previous 3 years required
  • Trauma Level II experience required; Level I experience highly preferred
  • Must have completed a travel assignment within the previous 15 months
  • Active Iowa/IA license or compact/Multistate at time of submission required
  • AHA/ARC BLS certification required
  • COVID-19 vaccine (medical and religious exemptions may apply)


Apply today and let Capstone Health help you reach your full potential! At Capstone, we know that when healthcare professionals feel supported, they provide the best care for their patients. That's why we offer personalized recruiter support and comprehensive benefits to help you build a fulfilling career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our travelers enjoy a range of traditional and modern benefits, including:

  • Dedicated Recruiter
  • $1,000 Unlimited Referral Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Complementary Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Lodging and Meals & Incidental Reimbursement (with qualified tax home)
  • Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
  • Completion Bonus
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • And more!

Salary : $2,423 - $2,919

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