Lead OR Nurse — Drive Surgical Excellence & Team Growth

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

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.