Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - Chestnut Operating Room

Registered Nurse (RN)

Baystate Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Chestnut Operating Room team at Chestnut Outpatient Surgical Services, Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. Our Chestnut Operating Room provides specialized perioperative care for adult and pediatric inpatient and outpatient surgical patients across a wide range of surgical specialties, working closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, residents, surgical technologists, anesthesia technicians, and operating room support staff to deliver exceptional surgical care and outstanding patient outcomes.

The Registered Nurse (RN) role offers the opportunity to work within a nationally recognized surgical program known for innovation, advanced technology, and patient-centered care while collaborating with a highly experienced interdisciplinary surgical team. Join a department that values nursing excellence, safety, shared governance, professional growth, and nursing autonomy.

Chestnut Outpatient Surgical Services supports 12 inpatient and outpatient operating rooms performing procedures across multiple specialties including Neurosurgical and Spine, General/GYN/Colorectal, Pain/Podiatry, CMF/Plastics, Urology, ENT/Dental, Orthopedics, Ophthalmic, and IVF services. Baystate Medical Center is recognized for surgical innovation, minimally invasive procedures, and robot-assisted surgical techniques. Nurses are supported through continuing education opportunities, simulation training, certification reimbursement, and a strong culture of teamwork and patient-centered excellence.

The Registered Nurse (RN) Will:

• Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care to adult and pediatric surgical patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care throughout the surgical experience.
• Serve as a patient advocate while promoting a culture of safety and quality.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Monitor patient status and respond appropriately to changes in condition throughout the perioperative process.
• Support a variety of surgical specialties within a fast-paced operating room environment.
• Adhere to evidence-based practice, infection prevention standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and outstanding patient experiences.

Schedule Details

• Job Type: Per Diem
• Shift: Days
• Hours: Per Diem
• Schedule: 10-hour day shifts
• Weekend Requirement: 2 weekend shifts per 6-week period (or shifts equivalent to 24 hours)
• On-Call Requirement: No on-call requirement
• Other Scheduling Requirements: 4 shifts per 6-week period (or shifts equivalent to 48 hours); 1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday required. Shifts are defined and posted by the unit. Scheduling is managed by the Unit Manager. Unit-Based PRN staff follow the facility's low-census cancellation order and may float according to the facility float grid.

Benefits That Support You

At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization.

Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match.
• Additional Benefits: State-of-the-art simulation programs, ACLS, CPR, CPI, and TNCC classes, plus reimbursement for AORN certification.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice.

Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Required Skills

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.
• Minimum one (1) year of Registered Nurse experience in surgical services is strongly preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required., BSN preferred.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Previous Operating Room nursing experience.
• AORN certification or interest in obtaining certification.