Registered Nurse, RN, Operating Room

Mercy Health Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to providing compassionate and culturally sensitive care. This role offers nurses the opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment, emphasizing excellence through employee engagement and teamwork. With a focus on patient safety and experience, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, administer treatments, and develop individualized care plans. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Educational programs

Employee assistance programs

Discounts

Parental leave

On-demand pay

Financial planning support

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Current RN license in the state of practice; CPR/BLS certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members.
• Administer medications and document patient care accurately.
• Develop individualized patient care plans and engage in professional development.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Assessment Skills

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Overview

• Location: Janesville, Wisconsin
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5 x 8-hour shifts between 6:45 a.m. and 7:15 p.m.
• Call response time: 30 minutes
• Night shift rotation: Minimum of 2 years, 3 x 12-hour shifts per week
• Work environment: Diverse, team-based OR at Janesville Hospital, functioning as a high-level trauma facility, staffed 24/7 with specialties including Cardiac, Orthopedics, Neurology, and more.

Join Mercyhealth for a rewarding career. We emphasize a Culture of Excellence through employee engagement, teamwork, and a caring environment. Our nurses provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care, supporting our mission and strategic goals. Flexibility includes variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call hours, with opportunities to float across units based on needs and competencies.

Responsibilities

1. Utilize the nursing process collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members.
2. Administer medications and treatments per policies, procedures, and legal standards.
3. Document patient care accurately.
4. Perform comprehensive assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluations.
5. Develop and execute individualized patient care plans, including patient and family education.
6. Participate in performance improvement activities and shared governance.
7. Support the patient's longitudinal care plan using clinical expertise.
8. Prioritize patient safety and experience, escalating issues appropriately.
9. Engage in professional development, peer review, and unit practice activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days of hire; additional certifications like ACLS, PALS may be required.
• Must pass background checks and drug screening as applicable.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions; physical ability to perform job functions.

Work Environment & Additional Info

Moderate noise level; potential occupational exposure. Care for diverse patient age groups, from neonates to geriatrics. Access to patient information is permitted for job duties. Interaction with staff, physicians, patients' families, visitors, and vendors is expected. Physical demands vary by role but may include lifting up to 100 pounds and performing physically demanding tasks. Specific vision requirements include close, distance, and color vision.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, health/dental/vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts.
• Competitive pay with shift differentials and incentives.
• Generous paid time off policies.
• Educational programs and career development opportunities.
• Wellbeing resources and employee assistance programs.
• Additional perks such as discounts, parental leave, on-demand pay, and financial planning support.