RN First Assistant – Main OR (Trauma Center, Robotic)

Mercy; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy St Louis Hospital is seeking an RN First Assist for the Main Operating Room on a PRN basis. The role requires perioperative nursing experience, RN licensure in the state, and BLS/ACLS within the first year. Preference for CNOR or RN-First Assistant certification.

The Main OR is a Level I Trauma Center with multiple specialty teams and robotic capabilities, offering opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive patient care in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licensure: Active RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year perioperative nursing experience.
• Certifications: BLS/ACLS within first year.
• Other: Demonstrates continued competence in assisting and perioperative nursing.
• Preferred: CNOR and/or RN-First Assistant certification class.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients.
• Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs duties and responsibilities consistent with Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Perioperative nursing

BLS/ACLS

CNOR (preferred)

RN licensure

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

Robotic surgery tools

Job description

Mercy St Louis Hospital is seeking an RN First Assist for the Main Operating Room on a PRN basis. The role requires perioperative nursing experience, RN licensure in the state, and BLS/ACLS within the first year. Preference for CNOR or RN-First Assistant certification.

The Main OR is a Level I Trauma Center with multiple specialty teams and robotic capabilities, offering opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive patient care in a collaborative environment.