Registered Nurse – OR – Days

It's more than a career, it's a calling

IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon

Worker Type : Regular

Job Highlights :

Join the surgical team at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital – Mt. Vernon and make a lasting impact in the Operating Room!

We are seeking a dedicated RN to provide exceptional care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role offers a consistent weekday schedule with opportunities for professional growth through a comprehensive

6-month orientation program .

What You Can Expect

Fixed Schedule :

Monday–Friday, 7 : 00 AM–3 : 30 PM (occasional 6 : 30 AM starts)

On-Call Requirements :

4–5 late stays per month

5–6 on-call days per month

Weekend call rotation : 6–8 times per year

30-minute response time or option to stay in the OR

Comprehensive Training :

6-month RN orientation process

Collaborative Environment :

Work alongside skilled surgeons and a supportive team

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of a nationally recognized health system where your expertise truly matters!

Sign on bonus available for eligible external candidates!

• sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available

Pay Range : $31.21 - $49.94

Pay Rate Type : Hourly

SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job Summary :

Delivers professional nursing care in the operative setting to patients undergoing surgical or other invasive procedures.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements :

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs scrub functions including the selection and handling of instruments and supplies used during procedure.

Performs circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care of patient before, during and after procedure.

Directly assists operating physician with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing and wound exposure as well as patient positioning.

Prepares operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.

Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.

As an SSM Health nurse, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his / her response to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of our patients and our patient populations.

Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.

Constant standing and walking.

Frequent lifting / carrying and pushing / pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use / data entry.

Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.

Frequent use of smell to detect / recognize odors.

Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and / or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

Occasional lifting / carrying and pushing / pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

Occasional lifting / moving of patients.

Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot / leg and hand / arm movements.

Occasional driving.

Rare crawling and running.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location : Illinois

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

And

Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

State of Work Location : Missouri

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

And

Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Or

Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State

State of Work Location : Oklahoma

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

And

Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State

Or

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)

State of Work Location : Wisconsin

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

And

Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State

Or

Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift :

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type : Employee

Department : 4403000046 Surgery

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Benefits :

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

Paid Parental Leave :

we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

Flexible Payment Options :

our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

Upfront Tuition Coverage

we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

pregnancy, veteran status ,

or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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