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Contract Operating Room Graduate Nurse Residency Jobs

Nurse Residency Program Being a nurse is more than a job, it's a calling. That is why SSM Health ... Family Birthplace, Women's Services, and Operating Room. Eligibility: * Graduate of an accredited ...

Graduate Nurse Residency Program

Melrose, MN · On-site

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How much do contract operating room graduate nurse residency jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract operating room graduate nurse residency in the United States is $45.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Operating Room Graduate Nurse Residency vs Operating Room Nurse?

AspectContract Operating Room Graduate Nurse ResidencyOperating Room Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly new graduateRN license, experience varies
Work EnvironmentTemporary, hospital operating rooms during residencyPermanent or long-term hospital OR setting
PurposeStructured training program for new gradsPatient care and surgical support

The Contract Operating Room Graduate Nurse Residency is a temporary, structured program designed for new nursing graduates to gain specialized OR experience. In contrast, an Operating Room Nurse is a permanent staff member providing ongoing surgical patient care. The residency focuses on training, while the OR Nurse role emphasizes independent practice.

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Graduate Nurse Opportunities

SSM Health

Bridgeton, MO • On-site

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago


SSM Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 550 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

499th of 891 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Nurse Residency Program

Being a nurse is more than a job, it's a calling. That is why SSM Health wants to invest in your future. As a new graduate nurse hired with SSM Health, you will participate in the SSM Health Nurse Residency Program. This will allow you to connect and learn from other graduate nurses across the system as you work to enhance your confidence, knowledge, and practical skill. The residency program is designed to complement your education and support your continued professional growth. The nurse residency program classes consists of monthly four-hour virtual sessions held over a twelve-month period.

Our opportunities exclude the following: Family Birthplace, Women's Services, and Operating Room.

Eligibility:
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program
  • Eligible to practice as determined by State Board of Nursing
  • One year experience or less working as an RN

Sign-On Bonus Eligible!

Schedule Options: Full Time

Schedule Time Options: 7a-7p, 7p-7a

Benefits: Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to:

  • Getting paid every day!
  • Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year
  • Paid maternity & paternity coverage
  • Adoption assistance
  • Various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans
  • Retirement benefits including employer matching plans
  • Long & short-term disability
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Our Process: After applying, you will receive an email to schedule time to speak with a recruiter. Our recruiter will help answer questions about our Graduate Nurse Residency Program and the areas actively hiring Graduate Nurses. You will be set up to interview and shadow your area(s) of interest. After your interview and shadow, our recruiter will share feedback in a timely manner.

Job Summary:

Pre-licensure graduate of an accredited nursing program who actively participates in SSM Health New Graduate Nurse Residency Program. Under the direction of RN, provides care to patients within scope of role and professional standards. Responsible for the delivery of age appropriate care for assigned patients with a wide variety of medical conditions. Nurse Residents in the state of Oklahoma can perform responsibilities designated below (Oklahoma). Nurse Residents in Wisconsin, Illinois and Missouri can perform all responsibilities listed.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
  • Under the direction of the RN Preceptor:

    Performs delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing care activities for population served. Delegated specialized tasks may include anything for which training was received in the approved nursing program. In the state of Oklahoma, this does not include tasks/skills which must be performed by a licensed nurse.

  • Performs patient assessments including biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and age appropriate needs of the patients, including the assessment of nutrition, pain management, and signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect in order to develop, evaluate and modify patient's plan of care.

  • Develops a realistic, comprehensive patient family education plan, using appropriate resources and methods of instruction and provides patient/family health education and coaching.

  • Completes accurate and timely documentation (Oklahoma), including, but not limited to, the processing of physician orders, in accordance with policies and procedures. Monitors and evaluates delivery of nursing care given by team members based on patient needs and professional judgement.

  • Collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals regarding all aspects of patient care.

  • Participates in training to understand and perform patient care. (Oklahoma)

  • Completes competency requirements satisfactorily. (Oklahoma)

  • Completes training as required; seeks assistance and asks questions as needed to learn and understand role. (Oklahoma)

  • As part of the SSM Health nursing department, 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 care needs of our patients and our patient populations. (Oklahoma)

  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. (Oklahoma)

  • Performs other duties as assigned. (Oklahoma)

Education:
  • Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
  • For Illinois: an official passing score on NCLEX results
Experience:
  • No experience required
Required Professional License and/or Certifications:

State of Work Location: Illinois

  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • And
  • FUTURE - Registered Professional Nurse (RN) within 3 months of Official NCLEX Pass Date - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
  • And
  • Official NCLEX Pass Letter - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

State of Work Location: Missouri and Oklahoma

  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • And
  • FUTURE - Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date - Pearson VUE

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • And
    • FUTURE - Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date - Pearson VUE
    • And
    • WI Nursing Temporary Permit - State of Wisconsin

Work Shift: Variable Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Employee

Department:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

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.

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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