RN - Pre-OP/Post-OP - PRN - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, Missouri is seeking a Perioperative RN (PRN) to support the Pre-Op team. You will deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process, collaborate with anesthesia, surgery, and other departments, and help optimize patients before procedures in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program and an active RN license or compact licensure, with Basic Life Support certification either already held or

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or completed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process for assigned patients.
• Coordinate patient care with anesthesia, surgery, and other departments.
• Support preoperative patient preparation and ensure timely case starts.

Education

Registered nurse education (ADN / 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:

Perioperative RN - PRN

Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Festus, MO 63028

The preoperative department provides comprehensive patient preparation services that ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered surgical care. As the first stop in the perioperative continuum, the Pre-Op team plays a vital role in optimizing patients prior to their procedure. The Pre-Op environment is fast-paced and highly collaborative, working closely with anesthesia, surgery, and procedural teams to support timely case starts and smooth clinical transitions.

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.

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.