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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Waterloo for STs

Find Top ST Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Waterloo, Iowa

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Waterloo, Iowa. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Waterloo’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for OR travel jobs in Waterloo. The earliest start date in Waterloo is Mar 31, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $2,191 per week. The latest start date for an OR job in Waterloo is Apr 21, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $2,191 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Operating Room travel nurse job in Waterloo including 13 weeks.

Waterloo is a great location for OR travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

Search Top Paying Operating Room Jobs in or near Waterloo

We have 3 Operating Room jobs in Iowa, and 144 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
    Distance from Waterloo: 49 miles
  • 8 E,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,988 to $2,191
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! At St. Luke’s Hospital, our top priority is you — you are the center of everything we do. We understand who you turn to for healthcare is a choice, so we thank you for choosing us. Through our shared mission, vision and values, we show the people and communities we serve how much they matter. Our personal mission is to give the healthcare we’d like our loved ones to receive. We do this by combining the best technology, innovation and personal expertise, all while putting you first. We are proud of our many accomplishments and to be part of the amazing community of Cedar Rapids, which was recognized nationally for providing high-quality healthcare at a low cost. St. Luke’s has been a committed and involved member of the Cedar Rapids community since its founding more than 140 years ago. Part of that commitment is providing financial assistance to the underinsured and uninsured. We also offer a number of services to help our community live thriving, healthy lives.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
    Distance from Waterloo: 49 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,988 to $2,191
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! At St. Luke’s Hospital, our top priority is you — you are the center of everything we do. We understand who you turn to for healthcare is a choice, so we thank you for choosing us. Through our shared mission, vision and values, we show the people and communities we serve how much they matter. Our personal mission is to give the healthcare we’d like our loved ones to receive. We do this by combining the best technology, innovation and personal expertise, all while putting you first. We are proud of our many accomplishments and to be part of the amazing community of Cedar Rapids, which was recognized nationally for providing high-quality healthcare at a low cost. St. Luke’s has been a committed and involved member of the Cedar Rapids community since its founding more than 140 years ago. Part of that commitment is providing financial assistance to the underinsured and uninsured. We also offer a number of services to help our community live thriving, healthy lives.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Mason City, Iowa – 50401
    Distance from Waterloo: 63 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,674 to $1,845
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota – 55125
    Distance from Waterloo: 173 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$2,027 to $2,234
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota – 55125
    Distance from Waterloo: 173 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,904 to $2,098
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Waterloo: 270 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 19
$1,952 to $2,151
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Waterloo: 270 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 12
$1,652 to $1,820
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Brainerd, Minnesota – 56401
    Distance from Waterloo: 282 miles
  • 8 D, 8 E,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 4
$2,574 to $2,837
Weekly Pay*
Functions under the supervision of an RN in providing technical interventions in the Operating Room to patients of all ages. They are also responsible for tasks relating to instrumentation, equipment, prosthesis, and supplies. Our Mission & Values: Coming together gives us greater resources to achieve our mission and vision while strengthening our core values. Our mission, values and belief statements are the foundation of our promise to the patients, families and communities we serve. Mission: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. Patient Experience North Star: Helping those we serve feel safe and cared for. Values: Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship,Teamwork
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Muskegon, Michigan – 49443
    Distance from Waterloo: 313 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,321 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Grand Island, Nebraska – 68803
    Distance from Waterloo: 328 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,674 to $1,845
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Grand Rapids, Michigan – 49503
    Distance from Waterloo: 340 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,679 to $1,850
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Grand Rapids, Michigan – 49503
    Distance from Waterloo: 340 miles
  • 10 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,459 to $1,608
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Deer River, Minnesota – 56636
    Distance from Waterloo: 342 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$2,400 to $2,644
Weekly Pay*
Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, six long-term care facilities, six assisted living and independent living facilities, 7 ambulance services, 27 retail pharmacies, and one research institute.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Fort Wayne, Indiana – 46804
    Distance from Waterloo: 383 miles
  • 10 E,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,315 to $1,449
Weekly Pay*
– 396 bed tertiary care facility located in Indiana’s second-largest city. Fort Wayne is a three-time All American City Award winner, consistently cited for high quality of life, low cost of living and warm Hoosier Hospitality. – Build your resume at our Level 2 Adult & Pediatric Trauma center, northern Indiana’s only heart and kidney transplant programs, an accredited bariatric surgery center, an accredited and commended community hospital cancer care program and a certified primary stroke center.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Alma, Michigan – 48801
    Distance from Waterloo: 393 miles
  • 8 D,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Jackson, Michigan – 49201
    Distance from Waterloo: 406 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 27, 2025
  • 12
$1,339 to $1,475
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Jackson, Michigan – 49201
    Distance from Waterloo: 406 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 12
$1,339 to $1,475
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Pierre, South Dakota – 57501
    Distance from Waterloo: 422 miles
  • 8 D,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,419 to $2,666
Weekly Pay*
Avera is an integrated health system based in Sioux Falls, SD. Avera serves South Dakota and surrounding areas of Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska and North Dakota through six regional centers in Aberdeen, Mitchell, Pierre, Sioux Falls and Yankton, SD, and Marshall, MN. No matter where you choose to work and live, bring your expertise to Avera’s patient-centered and service-oriented environment. Join us in providing compassionate nursing care in a true team environment — and work alongside expert physicians and surgeons. At Avera, we provide nationally recognized care. We’re proud of the many awards and honors we’ve earned.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota – 58201
    Distance from Waterloo: 439 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,098 to $2,312
Weekly Pay*
Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Lima, Ohio – 45804
    Distance from Waterloo: 442 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,551 to $1,709
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Madison, Indiana – 47250
    Distance from Waterloo: 448 miles
  • 8 D,
  • April 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,557 to $1,716
Weekly Pay*
Unit Name/Type: Surgery – Operating Room Number of Beds/Cases 7 operating rooms Number of births per month: 30 Age groups of patients served: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adults and Geriatrics Top Diagnosis/Procedures: Ortho joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), spine, cesarean section, hysterectomy, general exploratory lap, cholecystectomy
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Madison, Indiana – 47250
    Distance from Waterloo: 448 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,392 to $1,534
Weekly Pay*
Unit Name/Type: Surgery – Operating Room Number of Beds/Cases 7 operating rooms Number of births per month: 30 Age groups of patients served: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adults and Geriatrics Top Diagnosis/Procedures: Ortho joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), spine, cesarean section, hysterectomy, general exploratory lap, cholecystectomy
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Madison, Indiana – 47250
    Distance from Waterloo: 448 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,392 to $1,534
Weekly Pay*
Unit Name/Type: Surgery – Operating Room Number of Beds/Cases 7 operating rooms Number of births per month: 30 Age groups of patients served: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adults and Geriatrics Top Diagnosis/Procedures: Ortho joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), spine, cesarean section, hysterectomy, general exploratory lap, cholecystectomy
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Commerce Township, Michigan – 48382
    Distance from Waterloo: 450 miles
  • 12 E,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,454 to $1,602
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: orthopedics, general surgery ,Davinci robot , neuro ,plastics # of Beds: 11 Nurse Patient Ratio: 1-1 Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Navy blue Areas of Float Support: None Special Procedures: NA
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Statistics on OR ST Jobs in Waterloo, Iowa

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Waterloo. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Waterloo and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Waterloo and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for STs in Waterloo, IA

What are the top paying Operating Room jobs currently available in or near Waterloo?

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Waterloo?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 10 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Waterloo and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Waterloo and nearby cities?

A: A 10 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Waterloo can make an average of $2,141 per week based on recent job availability.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Waterloo?

  • Censeo Health – Cedar Rapids IA in Cedar Rapids (47.8 miles from Waterloo)
  • Mercy Care Service Corporation in Cedar Rapids (50 miles from Waterloo)
  • Mercy Medical Center – Cedar Rapids in Cedar Rapids (50 miles from Waterloo)
  • CHI – MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center – Waterloo in Waterloo (2.2 miles from Waterloo)
  • Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo (2.3 miles from Waterloo)

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Waterloo?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Waterloo is 13.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Waterloo

In Waterloo, facilities like Censeo Health – Cedar Rapids IA, Mercy Care Service Corporation and Mercy Medical Center – Cedar Rapids, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like West Cedar Rapids (zip code 52404) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Waterloo’s OR job opportunities are Cedar Falls (5.8 miles), Grundy Center (23.5 miles) and New Hampton (39.2 miles). These are near to zip codes: 50702 (2.2 miles), 50613 (6.5 miles) and 50638 (23.3 miles).

Waterloo Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 2 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Waterloo. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling OR nurse position in or nearby Waterloo.

Allen Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, and 13
Address
1825 Logan Avenue
Waterloo, IA 50703
Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center (T)
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
3 SOUTH 4TH AVE
Marshalltown, IA 50158
St. Luke’s Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Address
1026 ‘A’ Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Cedar Rapids (52404)
Trinity – MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
3421 West 9th Street
Waterloo, IA 50702
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.