Trinity Health·Des Moines, Iowa
Provide professional nursing care within the Main Operating Room of a Catholic medical center. Deliver compassionate, person-centered care to patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Employment type: Full time
MercyOne Central Iowa operates four not-for-profit Catholic medical centers in Des Moines West Des Moines Newton and Centerville and two specialty hospitals – MercyOne Children’s Hospital in Des Moines and MercyOne Rehabilitation Hospital in Clive (965 beds total) – along with more than 20 additional facilities that house more than 50 primary care pediatric internal medicine and specialty clinics. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893 MercyOne Central Iowa has the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and is also one of the largest employers in the state with more than 7000 employees and a medical staff of more than 1000 physicians and allied health associates. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. MercyOne has more than 20000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
Care@Work program supporting any child care, pet care, or adult dependent needs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Adoption Assistance Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching Retirement Programs Wellness Program
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.
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) capable of working a rotating shift. The candidate should align with the mission and core values of MercyOne Central Iowa.
Market context
Main Operating Room RN openings in Iowa often reflect steady demand for experienced perioperative nurses who can cover rotating shifts and work within a health system’s mission and core values. These roles are competitive because employers look for strong teamwork, adaptability, and comfort in a fast-paced surgical setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your RN license, shift flexibility, and OR experience before applying.