Lead Operating Room Nurse (Lead OR RN) Ortho/Neuro

Trinity Health Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

MercyOne in Des Moines, IA seeks an Operating Room Lead RN to guide daily surgical operations, partnering with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative teams to ensure exceptional patient care and efficient OR performance.

You will mentor OR staff, coordinate patient flow and readiness, and drive quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the surgical department, supporting room turnover and optimized utilization.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN License (or Compact RN License)
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room nursing experience
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily Operating Room operations
• Coordinate patient flow, case scheduling, and surgical readiness
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for OR staff
• Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care
• Promote quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Help ensure efficient room turnover and optimal OR utilization

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Description

Take the next step in your nursing career as an Operating Room Lead RN. In this leadership role, you'll partner with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative teams to ensure exceptional patient care, efficient OR operations, and a culture of clinical excellence. As a Lead RN, you'll serve as a trusted resource for staff, coordinate daily surgical operations, mentor team members, and help drive quality, safety, and patient outcomes across the surgical department.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

What You'll Do

• Lead and support daily Operating Room operations
• Coordinate patient flow, case scheduling, and surgical readiness
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for OR staff
• Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care
• Promote quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Help ensure efficient room turnover and optimal OR utilization

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN License (or Compact RN License)
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room nursing experience
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork

Why Join MercyOne?

• Leadership opportunity in a growing surgical program
• Collaborative, physician-partnered environment
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Make a lasting impact on patient care and team success

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.