Surgical Care Nurse - Intraoperative Specialist (Hiring Immediately)
Company: MercyOne
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: GENERAL
SUMMARY: Provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the
intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles
according to established guidelines. Serves the population from
neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.”
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Scrubs and circulates on cases
independently, with minimal direction. · Prepares for surgical
cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient,
surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members. · Provides a safe
environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of
aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological
aspects of that environment. · Collects and analyzes data and
assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis. · Communicates
effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families. ·
Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function. · Initiates
and directs room clean up and turnover. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: · Possession of a current or compact state
license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
· Operating Room experience preferred. · Basic Life Support
certified within six (6) weeks of hire. The acceptable
credentialing body is the American Heart Association. · Proof of
completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to
population served within three (3) months of hire. · Ability to
read, write and speak English language. 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.
Keywords: MercyOne, Waterloo , Surgical Care Nurse - Intraoperative Specialist (Hiring Immediately), Healthcare , Des Moines, Iowa
