Clinical Nurse - Pediatric Operating Room

Vetted Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Career ladder with pay increases

Job summary

Vetted Solutions in Missouri is seeking a Pediatric OR RN to provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards.

The role emphasizes family-centered care, education on illness management, medication administration, and post-treatment care, with a focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, plus opportunities for professional growth through a career ladder.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or ADN; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license; OR nursing experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of operating room nursing experience.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences, values, and culture.
• Participate in safety initiatives and maintain regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively across care teams to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient advocacy

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a pediatric setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, medication administration, and post-treatment care. It requires active participation in promoting safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, as well as professional development.

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a pediatric setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, medication administration, and post-treatment care. It requires active participation in promoting safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, as well as professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences, values, and cultural considerations.
• Participate in safety initiatives and maintain regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively across care teams to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Current RN license; prior OR nursing experience and BSN are preferred.
• At least 1 year of operating room nursing experience.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient advocacy skills.

Additional Information

• Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more.
• This is a safety-sensitive role requiring alertness and safe work practices.
• The position offers opportunities for professional growth through a recognized career ladder, with pay increases corresponding to advancement levels.