Perioperative OR Nurse - Day Shift, Growth & Impact

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Operating Room RN in Des Moines, IA. You will perform scrub and circulating nurse duties, prepare for surgeries, and ensure sterile environments while supporting a high standard of patient care.

Ideal candidates have an Iowa RN license and an Associate Degree in Nursing, with BSN preferred. BLS certification is required, and OR experience is valued. Join a team focused on patient outcomes and collaborative perioperative care.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN license (or ability to obtain).
• Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Function independently in scrub and circulating nurse roles.
• Prepare for procedures and anticipate needs of patients and team.
• Maintain a sterile environment and uphold patient care standards.
• Utilize surgical equipment and technology.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Participate in mentoring, training, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Operating Room RN in Des Moines, IA. You will perform scrub and circulating nurse duties, prepare for surgeries, and ensure sterile environments while supporting a high standard of patient care.

Ideal candidates have an Iowa RN license and an Associate Degree in Nursing, with BSN preferred. BLS certification is required, and OR experience is valued. Join a team focused on patient outcomes and collaborative perioperative care.