Operating Room Registered Nurse

Position: Operating Room (OR) Acute Care Registered Nurse (RN) 

Location: Kansas City, KS(On-site)

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $32 - $45 per hour plus $7 night/weekend differential and potential SOB

Shifts Available: (We have multiple openings!)

• Mixed / Rotating Weekends
• Nights / Rotating Weekends

About the Role

Step into a dynamic and rewarding role as an OR Acute Care RN, where precision and teamwork save lives every day. You'll be at the heart of surgical excellence, assisting in complex procedures across specialties such as cardiovascular, orthopedic, and trauma surgery. Your role is critical in maintaining a sterile environment, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring patient safety from pre-op through recovery.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-tech environment and have a passion for surgical care, join our dedicated OR team. Work alongside surgeons, anesthesiologists, and a multidisciplinary team committed to exceptional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Triage, assess, and provide direct nursing care to patients of all ages
• Perform rapid assessments and respond to critical changes in patient condition
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed
• Coordinate care with physicians, specialists, and internal departments
• Document assessments, interventions, and progress accurately
• Educate patients and families on follow-up care and resources
• Maintain a safe, clean, patient-focused environment
• Support a collaborative team culture

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care experience in Med/Surg, PCU, ICU, or Emergency Department
• Active RN license (state-specific or multistate compact)

 Certifications:

• BLS (within 30 days of hire)
• ACLS (within 90 days)
• PALS (within 90 days)
• Nonviolent Crisis Prevention/Intervention (within 6 months)
• ENPC or TNCC (within 6 months)
• Additional emergency or trauma certifications strongly preferred

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong critical thinking and rapid decision-making
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in high-stress situations
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Compassionate, detail-oriented patient care
• Comfort with advanced medical technology

Competitive Pay:

• Base Rate: $32–$45/hour
• Differential: Up to $7/hour for nights/weekends
• Sign-On Bonus: $20K (paid over time based on shift and position)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Tuition, certification, and continuing education support
• Paid time off, family leave, and wellness programs
• Counseling, financial resources, and employee assistance services
• Discounts on products and services

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