Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - Chestnut Operating Room

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 91,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition & training

Career growth

Regional opportunities

Retirement plan

AORN certification reimbursement

Job summary

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Chestnut Operating Room team at Chestnut Outpatient Surgical Services, Baystate Medical Center. The RN will provide perioperative care for adult and pediatric patients and collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the OR team.

This role supports safety, quality, and patient-centered outcomes in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience in surgical services.
• ADN required; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative nursing care for adult and pediatric patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care through surgical experience.
• Advocate for patient safety and quality in the OR.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and OR team.
• Monitor patient status and respond to changes during perioperative care.

Skills

Licensed RN

BLS Certification

Surgical RN experience

RN licensure MA

Education

Diploma in Nursing

ADN required

BSN preferred

Job description

## Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - Chestnut Operating RoomApply: Springfield, Massachusetts: Part time: Posted Today: R43484**Registered Nurse (RN) in Springfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers** **Department:** Chestnut Operating Room **Location:** Chestnut Outpatient Surgical Services, Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Massachusetts **Job Type:** Per Diem **Shift:** Days ## **Make an Impact with Baystate Health**Baystate Health is seeking a **Registered Nurse (RN)** to join our **Chestnut Operating Room** team at **Chestnut Outpatient Surgical Services, Baystate Medical Center** in **Springfield, Massachusetts**. Our **Chestnut Operating Room** provides specialized perioperative care for adult and pediatric inpatient and outpatient surgical patients across a wide range of surgical specialties, working closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, residents, surgical technologists, anesthesia technicians, and operating room support staff to deliver exceptional surgical care and outstanding patient outcomes. The **Registered Nurse (RN)** role offers the opportunity to work within a nationally recognized surgical program known for innovation, advanced technology, and patient-centered care while collaborating with a highly experienced interdisciplinary surgical team. Join a department that values nursing excellence, safety, shared governance, professional growth, and nursing autonomy. Chestnut Outpatient Surgical Services supports 12 inpatient and outpatient operating rooms performing procedures across multiple specialties including Neurosurgical and Spine, General/GYN/Colorectal, Pain/Podiatry, CMF/Plastics, Urology, ENT/Dental, Orthopedics, Ophthalmic, and IVF services. Baystate Medical Center is recognized for surgical innovation, minimally invasive procedures, and robot-assisted surgical techniques. Nurses are supported through continuing education opportunities, simulation training, certification reimbursement, and a strong culture of teamwork and patient-centered excellence.## **The Registered Nurse (RN) Will:*** Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care to adult and pediatric surgical patients.* Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care throughout the surgical experience.* Serve as a patient advocate while promoting a culture of safety and quality.* Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality patient care.* Monitor patient status and respond appropriately to changes in condition throughout the perioperative process.* Support a variety of surgical specialties within a fast-paced operating room environment.* Adhere to evidence-based practice, infection prevention standards, and regulatory requirements.* Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and outstanding patient experiences. ## **Schedule Details*** **Job Type:** Per Diem* **Shift:** Days* **Hours:** Per Diem* **Schedule:** 10-hour day shifts* **Weekend Requirement:** 2 weekend shifts per 6-week period (or shifts equivalent to 24 hours)* **On-Call Requirement:** No on-call requirement* **Other Scheduling Requirements:** 4 shifts per 6-week period (or shifts equivalent to 48 hours); 1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday required. Shifts are defined and posted by the unit. Scheduling is managed by the Unit Manager. Unit-Based PRN staff follow the facility’s low-census cancellation order and may float according to the facility float grid.## **Benefits That Support You**At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:* **Competitive Pay & Benefits:** Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.* **Tuition & Training:** Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.* **Career Growth:** Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.* **Regional Opportunities:** Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.* **Retirement:** Retirement savings and employer match.* **Additional Benefits:** State-of-the-art simulation programs, ACLS, CPR, CPI, and TNCC classes, plus reimbursement for AORN certification. ## **About Baystate Health**Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes **Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice**.Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve. ## **Required Skills*** Licensed Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.* Current American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.* Minimum one (1) year of Registered Nurse experience in surgical services is strongly preferred.* Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required., BSN preferred. ## **Preferred Qualifications & Skills*** Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).* Previous Operating Room nursing experience.* AORN certification or interest in obtaining certification.# **Start Your Career at Baystate Health**# **You Belong at Baystate.****Education:**Diploma in Nursing (Required)**Certifications:**Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Registered Nurse - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts**Compensation**Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum$41.82 - $54.06 - $66.30**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.