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Weekend Operating Room Graduate Nurse Residency Jobs

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

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend 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 Weekend Operating Room Graduate Nurse Residency vs Weekend Surgical Nurse?

AspectWeekend Operating Room Graduate Nurse ResidencyWeekend Surgical Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly BSNRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly BSN
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, surgical unitsSurgical units, perioperative areas
Employer & IndustryHospitals, surgical centersHospitals, outpatient surgical facilities
PurposeStructured training for new grads in perioperative careProviding surgical patient care in perioperative settings

The Weekend Operating Room Graduate Nurse Residency is a specialized program designed to support new nurses entering perioperative care, offering structured training in operating room procedures. In contrast, a Weekend Surgical Nurse typically provides direct patient care in surgical units without the formal residency structure. Both roles require RN licensure and work in similar environments, but the residency emphasizes education and skill development for new graduates.

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Graduate Nurse Resident/RN - OR

Graduate Nurse Resident/RN - OR

Mercy

Cape Girardeau, MO • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 206 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

638th of 885 rated healthcare providers


Job description

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: Graduate Nurse Resident or Registered Nurse

Location: Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Operating Room

Status: Full-Time - 40 hours/weekShift: 8 Hour Days (Mon-Fri) Additional Call Hours New RN and Graduate Nurse Resident Incentives:
  • Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus
  • No Contract Required
  • RN Loan Forgiveness Program* to aide in paying off your RN student loan debt. (*Must start with Mercy within 12-months of graduation.)

Experienced RN Incentives:
  • Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus - based on years of OR RN experience.
  • No Contract Required
  • ASN to BSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your BSN (up to $16,000).

  • BSN to MSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your MSN (up to $16,000).

Overview:

Mercy Hospital Southeast OR includes general surgery, 2 DaVinci Xis, urology, plastics, gyn, orthopedic, neurosurgery and cardiothoracic surgery. 

Periop 101 through AORN is offered for new registered nurses.  

Our staff provides a comforting environment for patients that are undergoing a surgical procedure. We work alongside preop staff, anesthesia providers, surgeons and recovery staff to safely provide care to patients needing an operation. 

As nurses, we train on the equipment being used, proper positioning and prepping of the patient, and documentation of the patient record. There is opportunity to cross-train and/or advance to scrub or First Assist in the cases as well. 

Qualifications:
  • Experience: None required. 1 year of RN and/or previous OR, surgical scrub tech, or procedural area experience preferred.

  • Required 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 (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire. Other unit specific certifications including ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) as required. 

  • Other: Physical requirements/demands:

    • Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.

    • Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.

    • Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chesterfield, MO, US

Year founded

1827