Find your calling at Mercy! 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 caregivers. 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.
Position Details: Mercy Hospital Washington Department: Operating Room - First Assistant
Status: Full-Time 40 hrs/week - 4 days/10 hours
Shift: 11:00am-9:30pm -Limited Call Requirements
$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for RNs! Join a team that's dedicated to excellence and compassion. As a valued Mercy Nurse, you'll enjoy outstanding benefits and opportunities for growth.
Incentives & Benefits Include: - $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for experienced RNs (select departments)
- Stay Premium Program - up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service
- Education Assistance & $2,000 Annual Tuition Reimbursement
- Day-One Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous PTO/Vacation Time
- Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
- Shift Differentials
Position Overview The Operating Room RN - First Assistant utilizes the nursing process to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining professional accountability for assigned patients. This role includes:
- Coordinating patient care in collaboration with other departments
- Ensuring patient rights and confidentiality are upheld
- Providing leadership, guidance, and evaluation of other caregivers
- Embodying Mercy's mission, values, and guiding principles in all interactions
Qualifications Licensure:
- Current RN Temporary Permit or RN License in the State of Missouri
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of intraoperative experience as both scrub and circulating nurse
- 3+ years preferred
Certifications:
- BLS/ACLS - required within 1 year of hire
- CNOR & RN-First Assistant certification required within 1 year
- Preferred Certifications: CNOR, CRNFA
Education:
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.
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