Nurse - OR Jefferson

Overview

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

The Operating Room at Mercy is a dynamic, high-acuity environment committed to delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care. As an Operating Room Circulator RN
, you serve as a central member of the perioperative team, ensuring that each surgical procedure is well-coordinated, organized, and patient-centered.

In this role, you are responsible for preparing the operating room, verifying patient information, ensuring essential equipment and supplies are available, and maintaining a safe and orderly surgical environment. You anticipate the needs of the surgical and anesthesia teams, support them throughout each procedure, maintain accurate documentation, and act as the patient's advocate from arrival to transfer.

Success in this environment requires strong attention to detail, sound clinical judgment, and clear, professional communication. The OR team relies on your ability to stay composed under pressure, work collaboratively, and uphold the highest standards of safety and care. For nurses who value teamwork, precision, and making a meaningful impact on the surgical experience, the circulator role offers a rewarding and purposeful career path.

Position Details:
Nurse - OR – 40 hours per week, Days
Mercy Hospital Jefferson – Festus, MO 63028
Monday – Friday, Days – 630 – 1500
One day a week – 0830 – 1700
Call requirements – must live within a 30 minute callback radius

• Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

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.