Clinical Nurse - Operating Room
Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association · St Louis, MO · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the Role
Provides direct patient care in a cardiothoracic or cath lab setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.
Responsibilities
- Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medications, and post-treatment needs.
- Participates in ensuring patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Develops and documents individualized care plans, communicating effectively across the care continuum.
- Assesses physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and cultural factors.
- Engages in professional development activities.
- Performs scrub and circulate responsibilities in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment.
Requirements
- Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Valid RN license.
- No prior experience required; less than 2 years of experience preferred.
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Patient education
- Teamwork
- Safety awareness
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth through a professional development ladder.