Salaried On Call RN - Operating Room

Find your calling at Mercy! Overview : Works in the Operating Room with the primary role of taking call for all service lines with the exception of CVOR. This role ensures timely response to emergent and scheduled surgical cases outside of regular operating hours, supporting patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes. Adheres to AORN guidelines, providing high quality patient care. Adheres to Mercy policies and approved protocols. While utilizing operating room clinical knowledge and nursing judgement, provides on-call coverage for (but not limited to) : General Surgery, including DaVinci robot procedures, Orthopedic, Urology, Neurosurgery, GYN surgery.Position Details : Registered Nurse-On Call (EXEMPT) Location : Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, MO Department : Operating Room Complex Status : Full-Time Salary Exempt

• Unique scheduling opportunity : RN in this role will provide call coverage for 7 consecutive days Mon-Sun, performing on-call duties and end of shift relief, for cases extending past normal operating hours. This will be followed by 7 days off call, during which time, RN will be scheduled three 8-hour mid-shifts (24hrs total).
• 30-minute response time is required. Staying in house is not required
• Experienced RN Incentives : Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus No Contract Required! ASN to BSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your BSN (up to $16,000). BSN to MSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your MSN (up to $16,000). Qualifications : Experience : 2-3 years of OR nursing experience is required. Required Education : Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Licensure : Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current Missouri RN license and / or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed. Must meet all state board of nursing requirements. Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association. AORN Certification preferred. Other unit specific certifications such as ACLS as required. Other : Must be readily available outside of business hours during call shift. Must respond promptly to on-call notifications for surgical cases, ensuring readiness within required timeframes.30-minute response time is required. Must be able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks. Must work well within a team and delegate tasks appropriately. Physical requirements / demands : Position requires individuals to push, pull, and / or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us. keyword(s) : Salary Exempt, On call, Operating Room, OR, Circulator, Surgery