Operating Room Registered Nurse

MEP Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health seeks an Operating Room Clinical Nurse to provide compassionate, patient-centered perioperative care in a collaborative setting. You will assess patients, prepare them for surgery, and support the surgical team with sterile technique while prioritizing safety and comfort.

The role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and ongoing professional growth within a fast-paced surgical environment. Join a dedicated team committed to high-quality, evidence-based patient care at MEP Health.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical nursing knowledge focused on patient assessment and care planning.
• Infection prevention and sterile technique are essential.
• Excellent teamwork and communication in a fast-paced surgical setting.
• Commitment to patient safety and continuous professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop, implement, and update perioperative care plans.
• Prepare patients for surgery and support comfort, safety, and readiness.
• Assist the surgical team during procedures while maintaining a sterile environment.
• Monitor patient status through the perioperative process and protect safety.
• Coordinate with clinicians to deliver high-quality evidence-based care.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Infection control

Teamwork

Patient safety

Job description

Operate as an Operating Room Clinical Nurse in a collaborative, patient-centered setting, providing compassionate and exceptional perioperative care.

Key Duties

• Assess patients and develop, implement, and update care plans.
• Prepare patients for surgery, supporting comfort, safety, and readiness.
• Assist and support the surgical team during procedures while maintaining a sterile environment.
• Monitor patient status throughout the perioperative process and protect patient safety.
• Coordinate effectively with skilled clinicians to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong clinical nursing knowledge with a focus on patient assessment and care planning.
• Proficiency in maintaining sterility and following infection-prevention practices.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, and continuous professional growth.