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Registered Nurse - General Operating Room - RN

Mayo Clinic

Jacksonville, Florida

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Posted Aug 5, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 11, 2026

What the posting states

Weekends, holidays, call
Qualified applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance to campus to meet 45-minute on-call requirement

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City Jacksonville State FL Remote NO Department Nursing Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U. S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities The RN in the Operating Room circulates and coordinates the surgical team in all aspects of OR activities, providing for optimum perioperative nursing care to patients. The OR RN may be asked to scrub as needed. Functions as the patient's advocate. Our state-of-the-art hospital in Jacksonville includes 34 operating rooms that include an IMRI OR suite and a dedicated endovascular OR suite. We use the best modern equipment and advanced technologies to create an environment that merges the art of healing with the science of medicine. If you are interested in becoming an RN in the Operating Room at Mayo Clinic in Florida and have no OR experience, please consider our Periop 101 program. Upcoming cohort date TBD, likely winter 2026. If you have questions and would like to learn more about the Periop 101 program, please schedule to attend an upcoming virtual Informational Forum with Jennifer Lowery by clicking the following link: https://outlook.office365.com/book/MCBOOK-Periop101InformationalForumDiscussion@mayo.edu/ The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Nursing Care Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification. Qualifications All associate degree or diploma registered nurses hired into the Department of Nursing with a RN start date after April 1, 2020, must provide documented evidence of program completion of their baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within 5 years from the last day of the month of their RN start date. All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire. Qualified applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance to campus to meet 45-minute on-call requirement Graduate of a nursing program Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program preferred, but not required. One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is preferred. Experience in General, Gynecology, and Urology surgery is required. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills. Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area. Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards for experience, education, and dedication to the organization. When combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Schedule Details Monday-Friday; 0645-1715, days vary Weekend Schedule Call-Weekends/Nights/Holidays International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter Jennifer Lowery

Skills for this role

CirculatingScrubbingPerioperative CareGeneral SurgeryGynecologyUrology

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN License
  • program in place at time of hire.

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Mayo Clinic is a world-renowned, top-ranked healthcare system with campuses in Rochester, MN; Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ; and Jacksonville, FL. According to U.S. News & World Report, Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider. The Jacksonville, FL…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • Top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider per U.S. News & World Report
  • Comprehensive benefits including multiple medical plan options, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, and competitive retirement package
  • Continuing education and advancement opportunities at every career stage

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.3/5 on Indeed RN reviews
  • Work-life balance rated 3.6/5, indicating room for improvement
  • Job security and advancement rated below 4.0 at 3.6/5
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Jacksonville blends coastal living with Southern charm, offering miles of Atlantic beaches, a sprawling riverfront downtown, and a relaxed pace that appeals to nurses seeking sunshine and space without big-city intensity.

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Median gross rent
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