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 Services Opportunities (Pre-Op | OR | PACU | RNFA)
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Festus, MO 63028
Answer your calling. Care for others. Grow with purpose.
At Mercy, nursing is more than a profession—it’s a calling. Our mission to bring healing and hope to those we serve is at the heart of everything we do. Within our perioperative services team, caregivers have the unique opportunity to care for patients during some of their most vulnerable and meaningful moments, offering comfort, skill, and compassion every step of the way.
Across Pre-Op, the Operating Room, PACU, and RNFA roles, you’ll join a supportive, faith-centered environment where teamwork is valued, work-life balance is respected, and your contributions truly matter.
A Ministry of Care Across the Surgical Journey
Our perioperative team walks alongside patients throughout their surgical experience—preparing them, advocating for them, and supporting them through recovery. Each role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference:
Preoperative (Pre-Op) Nursing
Be a calming, reassuring presence as patients prepare for surgery. In this role, you’ll help ease fears, provide education, and ensure each person is physically and emotionally ready for their procedure. Your compassion and attention to detail set the tone for a positive surgical experience.
Operating Room (OR) Circulator
Serve as the patient’s advocate in the operating room—coordinating care, maintaining a safe and organized environment, and supporting the surgical team with focus and precision. Your presence helps ensure each procedure is carried out with excellence and respect for the individual behind every case.
Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
Work closely alongside surgeons, using your advanced skills to directly support procedures and deliver exceptional patient care. This role offers a deeper level of connection to both the team and the impact you make, combining clinical expertise with purpose-driven practice.
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Care for patients as they emerge from anesthesia—one of the most critical and vulnerable stages of their journey. Your vigilance, critical thinking, and compassionate presence help ensure safe recovery while offering reassurance to both patients and their families.
Why Mercy?
- A ministry, not just a workplace – Be part of a mission-centered organization rooted in compassion and service
- Support for your whole self – We value work-life balance so you can care for others while caring for yourself
- A culture of teamwork and respect – You are never alone in your work; we support one another like family
- Growth with purpose – Opportunities to expand your skills while staying connected to what matters most
- Patient-centered care – Every role is focused on treating the person, not just the procedure
Who You Are
You feel called to care for others. You bring both skill and heart to your work. You value teamwork, clear communication, and creating a safe, comforting environment for patients and their families. Whether at the bedside, in the OR, or during recovery, you are committed to delivering care that reflects compassion, dignity, and excellence.
If you’re seeking more than a job—if you’re looking for meaningful work where your calling is supported and your care makes a lasting impact—Mercy’s perioperative team is ready to welcome you.
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.
- For RNFA: CNOR and RN-First Assistant class required within one year of hire/transfer. Must have a minimum of perioperative nursing experience.
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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