Surgery Department Peri-op Program - October 2026

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Observation time in the O.R.

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, invites qualified RNs to join the Perioperative Program starting October 2026. The role oversees care for patients undergoing operative procedures and requires completion of two training phases totaling 30 months with a full-time commitment of 4,160 hours in OR.

The program emphasizes licensure, on-call flexibility, and growth through structured training and mentorship within the operating room team.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN from an NLN-accredited school.
• Current LA RN license.
• BLS required or obtained during orientation.
• ALS required or obtained within first 6 months.
• ILCOR courses accepted with manikin check-off.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients undergoing operative and invasive procedures.
• Direct and supervise the surgical team during perioperative care.
• Complete two phases of training totaling 30 months.
• Maintain full-time employment for 24 consecutive months after Phase One.
• Be available for flexible shifts and on-call as required.

Skills

RN license

BLS/ALS certification

Acute care nursing

Education

RN license from LA NLN-accredited school

Job description

Surgery Department Peri-op Program - October 2026

Covington, Louisiana, United States

Jul 31, 2026

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Day Shift for 6 months training; Shift will vary once Program concludes.

Summary of the Job:

The Perioperative RN is responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The Perioperative RN is accountable for planning & directing the care of every patient undergoing operative & invasive procedures. The Perioperative RN directs & supervises the surgical team members. Nurses accepted into this program will be expected to successfully complete two phases of training and instruction totaling thirty (30) months without fail.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed Graduate from a NLN accredited school of nursing.
• One (1) year experience of acute care nursing preferred.
• Current LA RN license.
• BLS required or obtained during nursing orientation period.
• ALS required or obtained within first 6 months.
• BLS and/or ALS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Must be able to work flexible shifts and take call, according to unit specific standards.

GENERAL INFORMATION OF THE AORN PERIOP PROGRAM

The Periop Program consists of two phases. Phase One includes a training course, instruction, and six-month training period. Phase Two follows the training period and consists of a twenty-four-month period of full-time, continuous employment with the Hospital equal to 4,160 worked hours as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE PERIOP RN EMPLOYEE

Upon beginning the Program, Employee shall be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Louisiana and shall remain so licensed, active, and in good standing throughout the Program.

To qualify for the Perioperative Program, the applicant must be a licensed RN graduate from an accredited school of nursing. One (1) year experience of acute care nursing preferred.

Employee will maintain full-time, active employment at the Hospital and remain in good standing throughout the Program.

Employee shall complete Phase One of the Program within six (6) consecutive months from his/her start date. Completion of Phase One of the Program is defined as completing all Phase One requirements and objectives, as determined by the Hospital.

Upon successful completion of Phase One of the Program, Employee agrees to immediately be actively employed on a continuous, full-time basis for twenty-four (24) consecutive months (4,160 worked hours) as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room.

Employee will execute an Agreement to the Hospital; in the event that Employee fails to complete the Program, the terms of the Agreement will be implemented. The Agreement shall be canceled by the Hospital after successful completion of the Program.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK FOR THIS JOB. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, FUNCTIONS, AND SKILLS REQUIRED. THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IS NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSIDERED AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT OR AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT.

InterestedRNs are requiredto submit an applicationandschedule 2 days of observation time in the O.R. You will be contacted by the Perioperative Educator to schedule observation dates and times. The program is scheduled to start October 5, 2026.

Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, crawling

Contact Information:

Jennifer Saint, HR Talent Partner

Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found b y clicking here , before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a not-for-profit acute care facility dedicated to delivering advanced healthcare with a focus on wellness, prevention, and patient-centered care.