RN Staff Nurse I - Surgery (Plastic)

Washington University in St. Louis; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an RN Staff Nurse to join the Surgery, Cosmetic and Plastic Reconstruction practice in West County. Schedule: Monday through Friday daytime clinic hours (6:30 AM–4:30 PM).

No nights, weekends, or on‑call requirements. The RN will work with two seasoned nurses, a medical assistant, and surgeons to master specialized skills in breast reconstruction and cosmetic procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of patient care.
• Provides patient care, which may include administering medication, performing procedures and monitoring patient status in accordance with approved nursing practice.
• Provides appropriate counsel and education to patients/families regarding disease process and symptom management.
• Maintains medical records requiring appropriate and timely recording of patient information.
• Consults with members of the health care team, adjusting nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Assists the health care provider with examinations, procedures, prescription refills and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Maintains required skills and competencies and participates in educational programs, staff meetings and in services such as CPR as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Active Listening

Adaptability

Customer Empathy

Detail-Oriented

Electronic Health Records

Medication Administration

Nursing Practice

Patient Education

Prioritization

Team Collaboration

Vital Signs

Education

Associate degree - Nursing

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63141

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

WashU is seeking an RN Staff Nurse to join the department of surgery, Cosmetic and Plastic Reconstruction practice in West County. Schedule: Monday through Friday during daytime clinic hours (with shifts between 6:30 AM and 4:30 PM). No Nights, No Weekends, No On Call. The RN Staff Nurse will be immersed in a supportive, high‑caliber clinical environment keen to transformative care, particularly for patients undergoing breast reconstruction and specialized cosmetic procedures. Working directly alongside two seasoned nurses, a dedicated medical assistant, and expert surgeons, the RN will master specialized clinical skills. Daily responsibilities include setting up and assisting with in‑office procedures, conducting post‑operative visits, managing tissue expansion fills, handling drains and suture removals, clinical photography, and autoclave operation. Beyond hands‑on care, the nurse plays a central role in patient navigation through chart preparation, pre‑op medication coordination, and patient education via MyChart and phone support.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of patient care.
• Provides patient care, which may include administering medication, performing procedures and monitoring patient status in accordance with approved nursing practice.
• Provides appropriate counsel and education to patients/families regarding disease process and symptom management.
• Maintains medical records requiring appropriate and timely recording of patient information.
• Consults with members of the health care team, adjusting nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Assists the health care provider with examinations, procedures, prescription refills and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Maintains required skills and competencies and participates in educational programs, staff meetings and in services such as CPR as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens
• Requires protective devices
• Patient care setting
• Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less)

Equipment

• Office equipment
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment

Education

Associate degree - Nursing

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with Compact Act.

Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Certifications / Professional Licenses

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications / Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

Related Medical (1 Year)

Skills

• Active Listening
• Adaptability
• Customer Empathy
• Detail‑Oriented
• Effective Written Communication
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Emergency Situations
• Epic EHR
• Family Support
• General Nursing
• Handling Crisis Situations
• Medication Administration
• Nursing Practice
• Oral Communications
• Patient Charting
• Patient Education
• Prioritization
• Team Collaboration
• Vital Signs

Grade

S25

Salary Range

$60,000.00 - $99,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre‑Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre‑employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.