CVOR - On Call RN

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Utilizes the Mercy Nursing Conceptual Framework and nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care with surgical team in collaboration 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:

Mercy Cardiovascular Operating Room -Seeking Experienced CVOR RNs!

RN II- On Call Nights, 7pm-7am (3 x12's) or 9pm-7am (4 x 10's)

Salaried RN Position!

Join Mercy's Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) team at a Level I STEMI and Trauma Center.

Mercy's CVOR provides advanced surgical care for adult patients across six operating rooms, including a hybrid OR and a peripheral vascular lab. Nurses on this team support both Cardiothoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery, working alongside highly specialized surgeons performing:

Open heart and vascular procedures
Minimally invasive surgeries
Robotic cardiothoracic procedures
Vascular interventions and complex vascular surgeries

This position will be compensated as an exempt salaried role, based on 40 hours per week. As an exempt position, the employee will not be eligible for overtime compensation, regardless of the number of hours worked while responding to call.

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide 60 hours of on-call coverage per week according to a mutually agreed-upon schedule.

The employee will receive the established 40-hour weekly salary only, regardless of the frequency or duration of call-ins during the assigned on-call period.

While on call, the employee must:

Remain available and capable of responding when contacted.
Report to the facility within 30 minutes of receiving a call to work.
Maintain compliance with all departmental and organizational on-call expectations.

This position is designed to provide consistent after-hours coverage and requires the flexibility to respond promptly to operational and patient care needs.

Required Education:

Nursing degree from an accredited school

License:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Missouri

Certifications:

BLS required

We Offer Great Benefits

Eligible coworkers (including those working 32 hours or more per pay period) enjoy an extensive benefits package, starting day one, including:

Financial & Career Support

ASN to BSN Bridge Program – up to $16,000
BSN to MSN Bridge Program – up to $16,000
Tuition Reimbursement – up to $2,000 annually
Annual merit increases based on performance
Competitive salary
Future career growth opportunities
Relocation assistance available

Health & Wellness

Day-one medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave
Generous PTO
401(k) with employer match
$100/month annual contribution to eligible coworkers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA

Questions or Interested in Learning More?

Please contact:
Stephanie Royer, Nurse Recruiter
📧 stephanie.royer@mercy.net

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.

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