Cardiothoracic Operating Room Nurse - Full Time
Company: Mercy
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Find your calling at Mercy! Responsible and accountable for
assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care for the
peri-operative patient in accordance with the plan of care,
established hospital and departmental policies, procedures and
standards of care. Communicates findings as indicated to
appropriate persons and documents same in the patient's medical
record. Responsible for managing/overseeing the care and services
provided by ancillary and other professional personnel. Responsible
for managing supplies and other equipment within the unit. Develops
and maintains a collaborative and collegial relationship with
physicians and interdepartmental personnel as they relate to the
care of the surgical patient. Participates in marketing of
operating room services to the medical staff. Maintains competent
peri-operative skill level to ensure provision of safe quality
patient care is sensitive to the needs of patients, families and
fellow co-workers; plans and provides professional nursing care for
patients in accordance with age specific needs; plan and provides
professional nursing care for patients in accordance with any
identified cultural diversity needs (such as religions, lifestyles,
beliefs, physical capabilities, and cultures); plans and provides
professional nursing care for patients by assuring appropriate and
effective pain management; assess, report, and assist any patients
that present with evidence of abuse and/or neglect; and supports
the mission of Mercy. Co-workers are expected to abide by Mercy
Hospital safety and infection control policies to maintain a safe
environment for patients and co-workers. The RN assures that the
philosophy, mission, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of
Mercy are followed. Position Details: 40 hrs/wk 8 hour shifts 5x8
Rotating weekends, holidays, and call Education: Graduate of an
accredited nursing school, Successful completion of medication
administration math competency test. Licensure: RN licensure in the
state of practice. Experience: Six months OR experience at Mercy
Hospital. Proficient in Level I requirements as defined per policy.
Certifications: ACLS (if not current, coworker will be scheduled in
next available class); CPR Other: Proficient in Level I
requirements as defined per policy. Provide annual in-service
specific to clinical ladder specialty area, as defined per policy,
being achieved. Knowledge of room setup, instruments and equipment
needs (including setting up the sterile field and troubleshooting
the equipment) specific for specialty area, as defined per policy,
being achieved. Knowledge of mixing and/or administration of all
specialty products (i.e., medications, hemostatic agents, etc.).
Preferred Experience: One year medical-surgical experience and/or
one year operating room experience preferred. Preferred Other:
Progressive leadership skills desired. 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.
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