RN - 38537711

Mercy Hospital Springfield • Springfield, MO

5h

About The Position

This is an experienced Registered Nurse position in the Main Operating Room. The role involves assisting with vascular surgical procedures in the operating room and hybrid imaging suite, and working with nurses and surgical technicians on endoscopic and open surgical cases. The nurse uses the nursing process to provide comprehensive patient care, coordinates care with ancillary departments, and protects patient rights and confidentiality.

The position is a 13-week assignment with three openings. The schedule is days, four 10-hour shifts (0630–1700), with 36 weekly guaranteed hours. Weekend hours are required as needed, and scheduled call averages around five calls per eight-week period. The unit includes 22 Main OR beds, 8 ASC beds, and 10 orthopedic beds, and uses EPIC and equipment including DaVinci for robotic surgery.

The facility is described as an accredited Trauma and Burn Center and a Level 2 Stroke Center, with Joint Commission Stroke Certification. The work is primarily in a clean, air-conditioned environment. The role requires extended standing and walking, lifting and pushing patients, and may involve exerting force up to 50 pounds and minimal kneeling, crouching, and crawling.

Requirements

• Current RN license, or eligibility to meet Missouri licensure criteria; alternatively, currently licensed in Missouri.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• At least 2 years of Level 1 or Level 2 Trauma experience.
• Scrub and OR circulator experience.
• Strong human relations and communication skills.
• Clinical expertise in the Operating Room setting.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and push patients, and exert force up to 50 pounds; minimal kneeling, crouching, and crawling may be required.
• Highly motivated, self-starting approach.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vascular surgical procedures in the operating room and hybrid imaging suite.
• Collaborate with nurses and surgical technicians on endoscopic and open surgical cases.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient care.
• Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize care and comfort.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Perform duties in accordance with nursing practice, relevant guidelines, and organizational values.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed