Operating Room Nurse -Experienced

Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital, part of Washington University Medical Center, is the largest hospital in Missouri and recognized as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Perioperative Services team offers a fast‑paced environment for OR nurses to work alongside world-renowned surgeons and anesthesiologists. Operating Room Pods Pod 1: Pelvic specialties – gynecology, urology, colorectal, and general surgery Pod 2: Trauma, wound treatment, reconstructive orthopedics (hip/knee replacement, arthroscopic knee and shoulder), and plastics repair Pod 3: Cardiac, transplant, vascular, heart/lung transfers Pod 4: Ophthalmology, orthopedics, ENT, MIS, plastics, and general oncology Pod 5: Orthopedics, spine, neuro, ENT, kidney/liver transplants Minimum Requirements Education: Nursing diploma or associate’s degree Experience: 2–5 years as an Operating Room Nurse Licenses & Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) Preferred Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Certifications: Certified Nurse OR (CNOR), Mastery Test Out, Periop 101 Responsibilities Educate patients and families about the surgical communication process, serving as liaison between physician, patient, and family. Demonstrate competence as a scrub or circulating nurse for all HSO‑defined surgical services. Use established safety techniques, preparing and setting up instruments, supplies, and equipment per physician preference and safety requirements. Maintain patient safety by preventing adverse events such as infection, burns, pressure ulcers, and wrong‑site surgery; monitor patient during procedure for complications, providing emergency equipment as needed, and preserving operative specimens. Participate in activities that promote safety, quality, regulatory compliance, professional development, and lifelong learning; may assist in orientation and preceptorship of new staff. Benefits Competitive compensation packages Tuition assistance and repayment plans for ongoing education Relocation assistance Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Annual 4% BJC automatic retirement contribution and 401(k) plan with match Paid time off including vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time Adoption assistance and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care Access to the latest technology, resources, and treatment protocols Legal Statement Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr