Surgery Registered Nurse (RN) – 13 Week Contract
Lake Regional Hospital | Osage Beach, Missouri (Lake of the Ozarks)
These assignments support the hospital’s Surgery Department and involve providing nursing care to surgical patients before, during, and after procedures. Surgery RNs assist with patient preparation, monitoring, documentation, and coordination with the surgical care team.
Candidates will be interviewed and submitted to the facility for review. Start dates are determined by the facility after candidate selection.
COMPENSATION
$32.85 per hour base pay
$1,246 weekly stipend for qualified travelers
$64 per hour blended based on a 40-hour work week
Includes hourly wages and weekly stipend
CONTRACT DETAILS
13-week Surgery RN contract
Day shift
4 shifts per week, 10 hours each
40 hours per week
Schedule determined by the facility
Potential contract extensions based on facility needs
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide nursing care to surgical patients
Prepare and assess patients before procedures
Monitor patient status and respond to changes in condition
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders
Assist with surgical workflow and patient coordination
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
Maintain accurate patient documentation and regulatory compliance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Active RN license, Missouri or compact state
Associate Degree in Nursing required, BSN preferred
Current BLS certification
Current ACLS certification
Minimum 1 year acute care hospital experience
Surgery, OR, pre-op, PACU, or procedural area experience preferred
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Selected candidates must complete standard healthcare credentialing requirements, which may include background screening, drug testing, TB screening, immunization verification, and other facility health clearances.