Perioperative Nurse Leader – Cardiovascular/Thoracic OR

Jobtome; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Tuition coverage

Maternity/paternity leave

Adoption assistance

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO, seeks an experienced perioperative nurse to lead patient care on complex cardiovascular and thoracic cases.

You will perform preoperative assessments, plan individualized care, and coordinate the surgical team to optimize outcomes. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, mentorship of staff, and application of evidence-based nursing practice in a busy operating suite.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing and licensing eligibility.
• One year of advanced surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Current RN license in states per work location (MO/IL/OK/WI).

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive preoperative assessment, planning and interventions.
• Prioritizes and coordinates care for complex cases with the surgical team.
• Allocates care assignments considering staff competency and equipment.
• Communicates with patients, staff and physicians to address concerns.
• Maintains and advances clinical skills in cardiovascular/thoracic nursing.
• Mentors less-experienced nurses and technicians.
• Applies evidence-based practice to age- and condition-specific needs.
• Ensures safety and adherence to department protocols.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Cardiovascular care

Team coordination

Patient communication

Education

Graduated from accredited nursing school

Job description

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO, seeks an experienced perioperative nurse to lead patient care on complex cardiovascular and thoracic cases.

You will perform preoperative assessments, plan individualized care, and coordinate the surgical team to optimize outcomes. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, mentorship of staff, and application of evidence-based nursing practice in a busy operating suite.