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Registered Nurse - Pre-op (Pediatrics)
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 04-27-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 4-hour pre-op shift (Pediatrics); specific start/end times and days not provided. Orientation required. (3 openings)
Candidate Pay Rate: $54 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Prepare pediatric patients for surgery with compassion and attention to detail
- Perform pre-op assessments and document findings clearly and accurately
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and perioperative staff to ensure smooth patient flow
- Provide family-centered education and reassurance to children and caregivers
- Ensure pre-op orders, consent, and safety checks are completed before procedure start
- Maintain a safe, sterile, and welcoming pre-op environment for young patients
Qualifications
- Current RN license in Missouri (or compact RN eligible) required
- Clinical experience in pre-op or pediatrics preferred
- BLS required; PALS is highly recommended
- Comfort working with children and their families in a surgical setting
- Ability to pass background check and meet facility onboarding requirements
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong pediatric assessment and communication skills
- Familiarity with pre-operative protocols and safety checklists
- Excellent documentation and charting abilities
- Team-oriented mindset; strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Calm under pressure and skilled at comforting anxious patients and families
Benefits
- A supportive team that values YOU — great people, great culture
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Paid Time Off so you can actually recharge
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you stay current
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend, earn rewards
- Onboarding orientation so you feel confident on day one
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Pre-op (Pediatrics)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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