Clinical Nurse - Pediatric Surgery

The VIOS Clinic; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic in Missouri seeks an experienced OR nurse to provide direct patient care in the operating room, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation within nursing standards.

You will promote patient safety, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the interprofessional team to develop individualized care plans. Opportunities for professional development and advancement are available.

Qualifications

• RN license with Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree (Bachelor’s preferred).
• At least 1 year of operating room nursing experience, preferably in orthopedics.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in the operating room, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Promotes patient safety and a healing environment.
• Educates patients and families on illness management and medications.
• Develops and documents personalized care plans with the team.
• Participates in professional development activities.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

RN license with Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree (Bachelor’s preferred)

Job description

Role Overview: Provides direct patient care in the operating room, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on post-treatment management and safety protocols. Collaborates with the interprofessional team to develop and communicate individualized care plans, ensuring safety and quality compliance.

Responsibilities Include

• Promoting a healing environment and patient safety
• Educating patients and families on illness management and medication use
• Developing and documenting personalized care plans with team collaboration
• Assessing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, including cultural and individual preferences
• Participating in professional development activities

Qualifications And Skills

• RN license with a Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree (Bachelor’s preferred)
• At least 1 year of operating room nursing experience, preferably in orthopedics
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment with alertness

Additional Information

Opportunities for career advancement via a nursing career ladder, with potential pay increases. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more, supporting professional growth and well-being.