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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs Iowa for STs

Top OR Travel Nurse Jobs in Iowa for Surgical Technologist

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in Iowa. We currently offer 5 of the best available OR nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 3 exclusive, high-paying Operating Room travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. Iowa OR travel jobs are currently available in cities like Sioux City, Des Moines, Clive and Mason City. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Iowa OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Operating Room travel nurse in Iowa as of Apr 1, 2025 was $1,812 weekly. Currently, you can find OR jobs in Iowa with a salary range between $1,526 to $2,255 per week. The city with the highest paying OR job in Iowa currently is Mason City with a position for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room at $1,682 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Iowa to find OR travel nursing work in. Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa in Mason City all have OR departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for OR travel jobs in Iowa. The earliest start date in Iowa is May 30, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $1,891 per week. The latest start date for an job in Iowa is Jun 9, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $1,682 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for an Operating Room travel nurse job in Iowa including 13 weeks.

Iowa is a popular place to work for OR travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

Top Cities in Iowa with Travel Operating Room Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 5 Operating Room jobs in Iowa and 130 Operating Room jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technologist Jobs in Des Moines, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in Des Moines.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
  • 10 D,
  • June 2, 2025
  • 13
$2,016 to $2,222
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center was established in 1901 in a single building. Today, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital. Located in downtown Des Moines on a 42-acre campus, Iowa Methodist employs nearly 4,000 people and has 370 staffed beds. Iowa Methodist is well known throughout the Midwest for cancer care. Iowa Methodist is one of two Level I Trauma Centers in the state of Iowa. Life Flight, the air ambulance program for Iowa Methodist, began in 1979 and continues to fly hundreds of vital missions per year. 16 OR’s 1,050 cases/month Variety of cases, Level I Trauma Ctr All specialties Open Heart, Kidney Transplant, Trauma, Ortho, Neuro, Robotics, ENT, General Surgery, Bariatrics, Pediatrics, Plastics, Urology, Vascular, Gynecology, Oncology
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50316
  • 8 D,
  • June 9, 2025
  • 13
$1,681 to $1,852
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Lutheran Hospital has a long history of serving the Des Moines community and Central Iowa. The hospital has 224 staffed beds and specializes in maternity services, emergency and trauma treatment, chemical dependency treatment, behavioral medicine, general surgery, critical care, transitional and skilled care services and home health care.
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Highest Paying Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technologist Jobs in Clive, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in Clive.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Clive, Iowa – 50266
  • 10 D,
  • May 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,716 to $1,891
Weekly Pay*
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Highest Paying Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technologist Jobs in Mason City, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Operating Room positions available in Mason City.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mason City, Iowa – 50401
  • 12 N,
  • June 9, 2025
  • 13
$1,526 to $1,682
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Statistics on OR Jobs in Iowa

Review helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in Iowa. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the state of Iowa. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Iowa for travel nursing jobs.

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Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Operating Room Jobs in Iowa

How much does an Operating Room travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

An OR nurse in Iowa can make an average of $1,793 per week.

How much does a night shift OR travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Iowa can make an average of $1,624 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift OR travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

A: A 10 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Iowa can make an average of $1,967 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Operating Room jobs are available in Iowa?

There are currently 5 Operating Room travel nursing jobs available in Iowa. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have ST Operating Room staff in Iowa?

  • Mercy Hospital in Iowa City
  • UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital – MSP in West Des Moines
  • Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center (T) in Marshalltown
  • Spencer Hospital in Spencer
  • Mercy Medical Center – Dubuque in Dubuque

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel nursing jobs in Iowa?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 10 Hour Day shifts were the most common shifts in Iowa cities.

What is the most common contract duration for OR travel jobs in Iowa?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for an Operating Room travel job in Iowa is 13 weeks.

Locating OR Travel Nursing Jobs in Iowa

In Iowa, cities like Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Sioux City have travel OR nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Mercy Hospital, UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital – MSP, Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center (T), Spencer Hospital and Mercy Medical Center – Dubuque, all with nurse specialties and Operating Room staff.

Healthcare Facilities in Iowa that offer Travel Operating Room Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Iowa area that have historically offered travel jobs for Operating Room professionals.
Mercy Medical Center-Sioux City
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks, 11 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, and 15 wks
Address
801 5th St, 7th SE
Sioux City, IA 51101
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
The Finley Hospital
Mercy Medical Center – Dubuque
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.