From 1 posting and nurse reviews · Employer research Sep 16, 2026Sources
The short version
You would be working in an ambulatory surgery suite staffed by registered nurses, with PACU schedules that begin at 6:00 AM.
Employer research, Sep 16, 2026
A traveler on assignment here picked up cross-training into GI circulating, so the ambulatory surgery suite can widen your skill set rather than keep you in one room.
For travel nursesSources
As of 2019-11-16Source: indeed.comThis is an ambulatory surgery suite staffed by registered nurses, so your day is procedural and scheduled rather than inpatient and open-ended.
For experienced nursesSources
PACU schedules start at 6:00 AM, which means early mornings but the real chance of being home before dinner.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2019-11-16Source: indeed.com
Nursing here
- Scheduling
PACU staffing schedules include 6:00 AM start times.
St. Mary's Surgical Center · employer research
Sources
As of 2019-11-16Source: indeed.com
The units
Ambulatory Surgery
St. Mary's Surgical Center · Blue Springs, MO
Facility operates an ambulatory surgery suite staffed by registered nurses.
Sources
St. Mary's Surgical Center · Blue Springs, MOSource: indeed.com
What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- Cross-training and shift start delays
- A traveler valued cross-training into GI circulating, though staff occasionally arrived late to unlock the unit at 6 am.
Sources
As of 2019-11-16Source: indeed.com- Workplace isolation
- A support staff member noted working alone in rooms for long hours with little opportunity to connect with colleagues.
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As of 2014-12-03Source: indeed.com
The hard parts
One traveler noted staff sometimes arrived late to unlock the unit at 6 am, and a support staff member described long stretches working alone in rooms with little contact with colleagues.
Sources
As of 2019-11-16 · 2014-12-03Source: indeed.com
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
Living in Blue Springs, MO
Blue Springs is a family-friendly suburb east of Kansas City, offering a quieter pace with easy access to metro amenities. Outdoor-minded nurses can unwind at nearby Fleming Park and Lake Jacomo. A solid pick for those seeking suburban comfort close to the city.
Browse roles in Blue Springs- State price level · Missouri
- 9% below the national average
- State index 90.8 (100 = national)
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities
Common questions
Does St. Mary's Surgical Center hire new grads?
The one role asks for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
How do I apply?
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Current openings at St. Mary's Surgical Center
Sources
- indeed.com/cmp/St-Mary's-Surgical-Center/reviews
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2019-11-16
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