Operating Room RN
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR)

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights, 4x10-hour shifts (scheduled between 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed
Weekend Hours: As required by facility
Call Requirements: Approximately 5 or fewer calls per 8 weeks

Job Description

• Provide direct patient care across all age groups including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Utilize the nursing process to coordinate patient care with ancillary departments to optimize comfort and outcomes.
• Maintain professional accountability and patient confidentiality.
• Perform duties consistent with nursing practice guidelines, Missouri Nurse Practice Act, and facility standards.
• Work primarily in a clean, air-conditioned environment; physical demands include standing, walking, lifting/pushing patients (up to 50 lbs), and occasional kneeling or crouching.

Unit Information

• Department: Main Operating Room
• Number of Beds: 22 (Main), 8 (Ambulatory Surgery Center), 10 (Orthopedics)
• Patient Ratios: 1:1
• Equipment: Includes DaVinci robotic surgical system
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC
• Patient Types: Outpatient to critical care inpatient

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Missouri
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma or Level 2 Trauma patients
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Orientation & Additional Requirements

• Night shift orientation occurs on day shift and requires full availability for the entire week
• Facility requires flu vaccination or approved exemption from November 1 through April 1 (no declinations accepted)
• Dress code includes provided scrubs; unprofessional attire such as jeans is not allowed

Facility Highlights

• Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center
• Level 2 Stroke Center
• Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification
• Recognized for high patient safety and quality care standards
• Known for combining advanced healthcare technology with compassionate care

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking during shifts
• Ability to lift, push, and maneuver patients and equipment
• Work in a clean, air-conditioned setting with occasional physical exertion

Local Area Highlights

• Various cultural and recreational attractions including a zoo, museums, parks, and historic sites
• Numerous local breweries and restaurants available for leisure activities