Registered Nurse - Operating Room (Three 12hr Shifts With Call)

Mercy; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with matching

Job summary

Mercy in Arkansas seeks a registered nurse to provide direct patient care using the nursing process, ensuring safety and quality across shifts. You will be accountable for care for assigned patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

This role emphasizes patient rights, confidentiality, and alignment with Mercy's mission and values. A compassionate team environment, ongoing education, and competitive benefits are offered to support your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Education credentials as RN with eligible licensure.
• Knowledge of nursing process and patient safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care using established standards.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Care coordination

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's Degree/Diploma/BSN

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications

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.

One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
• OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
• C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
• Other unit-specific certifications as required

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during 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.