Registered Nurse - Operation Room

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses, manages, directs, and provides nursing care activities during the patient's hospital stay and coordinates planning with other disciplines using a patient/customer driven approach.

• MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, 1201 Grand
• Regular full‑time position
• Shift: 10:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. with on‑call requirements

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessment and reassessment:
• Age‑appropriate admission or transfer assessment with family/guardian input when appropriate.
• Accurate and complete documentation of findings.
• Assessment of post‑op/post‑invasive procedure patients.
• Determine education and discharge needs of patient and family.
• Document ongoing patient reassessment and response to care.
• Establish and evaluate a plan of care based on assessment data, patient diagnosis, lab results, and physician orders:
• Identify short‑ and long‑term patient goals.
• Formulate nursing interventions to achieve desired outcomes.
• Integrate evidence‑based practice into the care plan.
• Provide and document nursing interventions, including medication administration, IV fluid management, referrals, consultations, patient/family education, and discharge planning:
• Collaborate with the health team for daily care coordination.
• Communicate accurate handoff reports.
• Administer medications accurately according to policies.
• Monitor and document IV fluids and parenteral nutrition.
• Complete referrals and request consultations as needed.
• Educate patient/family and plan for safe discharge.
• Document and communicate changes in patient condition:
• Evaluate effectiveness of care and education.
• Report significant changes to the physician immediately.
• Identify problems, gather data, propose solutions, and work toward resolution.
• Specialized care for patients at high risk for injury:
• Restraint care: evaluate alternatives, apply restraints safely, monitor response, provide necessary care, and document usage.
• Pain management: assess pain, integrate cultural beliefs, implement preventive techniques, involve patient/family in the plan, and consider non‑pharmacologic methods.
• Abuse assessment: recognize abuse criteria, report signs to appropriate authorities, and act to support patient safety.
• Maintain professional practice and continuous learning:
• Adhere to policies, participate in learning experiences, and maintain competency.
• Engage in shared governance, committee participation, and team collaboration.
• Respond positively to change and support peers.
• Professional communication and teamwork:
• Mentor new employees and maintain a collaborative team approach.
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately and communicate clearly.
• Adhere to safety and infection control policies:
• Practice standard precautions and dispose of hazardous waste safely.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, follow hand hygiene, and use safe patient‑handling equipment.
• Report risk management concerns and complete all mandatory trainings.
• Provide excellent patient service:
• Demonstrate courtesy, meet physical and emotional needs, and respond promptly to patient requests.
• Communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, and provide accurate handoff reports.
• Use resources wisely and recommend efficiencies.
• Participate in performance improvement and evidence‑based practice:
• Assist in developing and implementing unit goals.
• Identify opportunities for improvement, collect data, and lead improvement teams when requested.
• Participate in nursing research and performance improvement activities.

• Licensed to work as an RN in the state of Missouri.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA).
• Required annual trainings: BLS, Hazardous Materials, Tuberculosis screening, Influenza vaccination, Ethics, Safety, Abuse & Neglect, Occupational Health, and any unit‑specific competency.
• Experience with critical‑care or surgical units preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic health records.
• Ability to work irregular hours and handle emergency and crisis situations.

• Competitive health insurance and wellness plans.
• Paid maternity and paternity coverage.
• Adoption assistance.
• Retirement benefits with employer matching.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Paid daily wages.
• Up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year.

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