RN-On Call - Operating Room (Exempt)

Mercy; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

ASN to BSN Bridging Program (up to $16

BSN to MSN Bridging Program (up to $16

No Contract Required

Job summary

MHM Support Services seeks a Registered Nurse-On Call (EXEMPT) for Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO. This full-time OR-focused role features a 7 days on, 7 days off schedule with 24-hour shifts and on-call coverage.

The position offers up to $20,000 sign-on, ASN to BSN bridging up to $16,000, and BSN to MSN bridging up to $16,000, with no contract required. 30-minute response time is required for on-call cases.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current Missouri license and ability to practice in the operating room setting.
• Demonstrated on-call capability with prompt response times.
• BLS certification required; AORN certification preferred for specialty care.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call coverage for surgical cases with 30-minute response time requirement.
• Perform end-of-shift relief and in-house coverage as needed during 24-hour shifts.
• Collaborate with OR team to ensure patient safety and timely care.

Skills

RN experience

On-call skills

Team collaboration

Education

Missouri RN license

BLS certification

AORN Certification preferred

Job description

Job Title

Registered Nurse-On Call (EXEMPT)

Location

Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, MO

Department

Operating Room Complex

Position Details

Full-Time

Salary

Exempt (Full-time status)

• Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus (based on OR nursing experience)
• No Contract Required!
• ASN to BSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your BSN (up to $16,000).
• BSN to MSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your MSN (up to $16,000).

Schedule

This unique role is designed to provide a schedule consisting of 7 days "on" and 7 days "off". During the "on" week, RN will be scheduled to work 24 hours (three 8-hour shifts), as well as provide call coverage for 7 consecutive days Mon-Sun, performing on-call duties and end of shift relief, for cases extending past normal operating hours. This schedule will be followed by 7 days off without call and/or scheduled shifts. RN will be salary exempt and paid as full-time status.

30-minute response time is required. Staying in house is not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant registered nursing experience in an acute, outpatient, procedural, or specialty care setting aligned with the assigned department or service line. Experience must demonstrate the ability to practice independently within defined on-call responsibilities.
• Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri. Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current Missouri RN license and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed. Must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association. AORN Certification preferred. Other unit specific certifications such as ACLS as required.
• Must be readily available outside of business hours during call shift. Must respond promptly to on-call notifications for surgical cases, ensuring readiness within required timeframes. 30-minute response time is required. Must be able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks. Must work well within a team and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Physical requirements/demands: Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in time-sensitive situations. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with electronic health records and related clinical systems. Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with the care team. Physical ability to perform essential nursing functions, including standing, walking, and assisting with patient care or equipment as required by the role.
• On-call role with variable hours based on departmental coverage needs. May require remote work, on-site presence, or a combination, depending on assignment. Must be able to respond within established response-time expectations.

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.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

• Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest.
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