OR RN - Operating Room Registered Nurse

OR RN - Operating Room Registered NurseMercyOne1 PositionsID: TRHEUS00640956MERCYOPosted On 01/15/2026Refreshed On 02/15/2026Job OverviewEmployment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day ShiftDescription:At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.Dubuque, located right on the Mississippi River, is known for its historic charm and has a cost of living approximately 12% below the U.S. average. The Dubuque Community School District is highly regarded, and the city offers private schools plus colleges like Loras College and Clarke University. Families enjoy cultural attractions such as the National Mississippi River Museum, arts festivals and an abundance of parks and trails.As the region's leading hospital, MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center offers the only Level II NICU and the most comprehensive cardiology center in the tri-state area. It holds Magnet designation (fifth consecutive cycle), CMS 5-star quality rating and national recognition including Fortune/IBM Watson's 100 Top Hospitals. It's a Wellmark Blue Distinction Center+ for maternity and earns American Heart Association awards -- Stroke Gold Plus, Mission: Lifeline NSTEMI and STEMI Gold. It recently celebrated 100 years of American Heart Association membership.Want to learn more about MercyOne Dubuque? Click here:Find a Location Dubuque, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Dubuque (Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse!An Operating Room Registered Nurse at MercyOne provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles according to established guidelines. Serves the population from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.Essential Functions: Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction. Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members. Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment. Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis. Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families. Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function. Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover Schedule: 36 hours per week Day shift: 6:30 am – 5:30 pm with flex to evening shift hours. On call rotation for weekend, holiday and night hours with a 30-minute response time​​ Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa. Operating Room experience preferred. Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire. Ability to read, write and speak English language. Ability to maintain a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers, patients and visitors, and perform job functions satisfactorily despite the stress of a hospital work environment. Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of composure or efficiency. Ability to perform in situations requiring set limits, standards and strict adherence to established procedures and guidelines. Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical or unusual situations. Ability to take direction but also to work independently when appropriate. Adaptability to situations involving the interpretation of feelings, ideas, or facts in terms of personal viewpoint. Ability to influence people in their opinion, attitudes or judgments about ideas or things. Ability to make generalizations, evaluations or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria. Ability to make generalizations, evaluations or decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteria. Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control or planning of an activity. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.Our CommitmentRooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.Primary Contact1758561232924Amber HeppnerTalent Acquisition Partner ,PhonePhonePhoneFaxEmailTrueTrueTrueJob DetailsCategoriesHealth CareLocationDubuque, IAJob TypeEmployeeFull/PartFull TimeCompany ID1154Job REQ #TRHEUS00640956MERCYONEENUS# Positions1Start Date20260115End Date20260331Featured JobTH AdTH CommentsSimilar JobsInterventional Cardiology - Physician - Dubuque, IUnityPoint Health Finley HospitalEmergency Medicine - Physician PRN - Dubuque, IowaUnityPoint Health Finley HospitalAssistant Director of Clinical Education- PhysicalClarke UniversityGastroenterology - Physician - Dubuque, IAUnityPoint Health Finley HospitalHospitalist - NP or PA - Dubuque, IAUnityPoint Health Finley HospitalHospitalist - Physician - Dubuque, IAUnityPoint Health Finley HospitalPRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Dubuque, IAUnityPoint Health Finley HospitalUrology Physician - Finley Hospital Dubuque, IAUnityPoint Health Finley HospitalLicensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHC, LISW, LMFTMedical AssociatesPsychologist (Ph.D or Psy.D.) - General, PediatricMedical AssociatesShare this JobMercyOneAbout the CompanyMercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is a not-for-profit Catholic hospital serving the tri-state area of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin since 1879. MercyOne — Dubuque has 263 beds while MercyOne — Dyersville is a critical access hospital with 25 beds and a 40-bed nursing home.MercyOne offers a full range of acute care services, including invasive cardiology and open-heart surgery, Level II trauma center, Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit, general and orthopedic surgery, psychiatric services and inpatient physical rehabilitation. MercyOne also operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units, extensive outpatient rehabilitation services, home health care, retail pharmacy and a wide range of outpatient, community and business services. MercyOne' 1,500 full- and part-time employees and medical staff of 230 care for more than 56,000 inpatients and outpatients each year.The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and achieved Magnet designation, the gold standard of patient care, in 2004 and was redesignated a Magnet hospital for the fourth time in 2019.MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is a ministry organization of Trinity Health based in Novi, Michigan. MercyOne is an organization that values and encourages diversity. To learn more about MercyOne and opportunities for employment, please see the postings listed on this site or visit our website mercyone.org.

Created: 2026-03-04