RN-First Assistant (Non-Exempt) (10024N)

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant for the Main OR. The role requires active RN licensure in Missouri, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and at least 1 year of perioperative nursing experience. BLS/ACLS certification is required within the first year.

CNOR or RN-First Assistant certs are preferred. The nurse will support surgical teams through the perioperative process, ensuring patient safety, confidentiality, and adherence to Mercy standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 caregivers.
• Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in alignment with Mercy mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Perioperative nursing experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

BLS/ACLS

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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 caregivers. 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

Mercy South Registered Nurse First Assistant- Main OR

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

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.