RN - Cardiovascular OR, Evenings

Southeast Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Training in circulating & scrub roles

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St Louis is seeking a CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) to join the CVOR team. This full‑time evening position includes a $10,000 sign‑on bonus and requires on‑call availability.

Nurses support cardiothoracic and vascular surgeries in a high‑acuity setting with advanced surgical care. Strong candidates will have an RN license in Missouri, a nursing degree, BLS, and ideally one year of RN experience in a surgical/operative environment.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited school.
• Current Missouri RN license.
• BLS certification.
• One year RN experience preferred.
• Evening shift and on‑call availability.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Assists with open heart and vascular procedures.
• Training in circulating and scrub roles as part of Mercy program.

Skills

Team-oriented

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Nursing degree

Missouri RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) | Mercy

FT, Evenings, Call Required

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Join Mercy's Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) team at a Level I STEMI and Trauma Center

Mercy's CVOR Provides Advanced Surgical Care For Adult Patients Across Six Operating Rooms, Including a Hybrid OR And a Peripheral Vascular Lab. Nurses On This Team Support Both Cardiothoracic Surgery And Vascular Surgery, Working Alongside Highly Specialized Surgeons Performing

• Minimally invasive surgeries


• Robotic cardiothoracic procedures


• Vascular interventions and complex vascular surgeries

• Saint Louis, Missouri


• Nursing


• Nursing


• Regular


• Full‑time


• Mercy Hospital St Louis


• JR248463

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) | Mercy

FT, Evenings, Call Required

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Join Mercy's Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) team at a Level I STEMI and Trauma Center

Mercy's CVOR Provides Advanced Surgical Care For Adult Patients Across Six Operating Rooms, Including a Hybrid OR And a Peripheral Vascular Lab. Nurses On This Team Support Both Cardiothoracic Surgery And Vascular Surgery, Working Alongside Highly Specialized Surgeons Performing

• Open heart and vascular procedures


• Minimally invasive surgeries


• Robotic cardiothoracic procedures


• Vascular interventions and complex vascular surgeries

A unique benefit of this role is Mercy's comprehensive training program, where nurses are oriented and trained in both the circulating and scrub roles.

Why Mercy?

Mercy's mission is to bring to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service. Team members are empowered to build meaningful careers that align with both their professional skills and personal values. Mercy has also been recognized by Modern Healthcare Magazine as one of the Top 100 Places to Work.

Qualifications

Required

• Strongly prefer one year of RN experience


• Nursing degree from an accredited school


• Current Missouri RN license


• BLS certification

Ideal Candidate Profile

• OR nurse with experience in a surgical setting


• Interest in cardiovascular and vascular specialties


• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment


• Team‑oriented with strong critical thinking and communication skills


• Interested in expanding skills in both circulating and scrub roles

We Offer Great Benefits

Day‑one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer‑matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co‑workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

• ASN to BSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your BSN (up to $16,000).


• Annual Merit increases based on performance


• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education


• Health/Dental/Vision available after day one


• Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co‑workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA


• Paid parental leave for new parents


• 401k with employer match


• Competitive salary


• Future career growth!


• Relocation Assistance

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand‑in‑hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

For information, please reach out to Stephanie Royer, Nurse Recruiter at [e-mail]

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.