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CommonSpirit Health

Surgery Nurse

Sherwood, AR · On-site

As a Surgery Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when they are at their most ...

CHI St Vincent Health

Surgery Nurse

Sherwood, AR · On-site

$32.28 - $43.58/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Surgery Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when ...

CHI St. Vincent Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR · On-site

$40/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Surgery Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when ...

CommonSpirit Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR

As a Perioperative Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when they are at their most ...

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

Surgery Nurse

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$35 - $58.63/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Surgery Nurse at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide exceptional nursing care in the operating room ...

CHI St Vincent Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR · On-site

$40/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Perioperative Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent ...

CHI St Vincent Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR

$40/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Surgery Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when ...

CHI St Vincent Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR · On-site

$40/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Surgery Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when ...

CHI St Vincent Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR · On-site

$40/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Perioperative Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent ...

CommonSpirit Health

Surgery Nurse

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

As our Surgery Nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center, you will work in our twelve-room OR suite which maintains a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. This enables us to form close relationships ...

CommonSpirit Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR

As a Surgery Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when they are at their most ...

CommonSpirit Health

Surgery Nurse

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

As our Surgery Nurse at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide exceptional nursing care in the operating room during their most vulnerable moments.

CHI St. Vincent Health

Surgery Nurse

Morrilton, AR · On-site

$40/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Perioperative Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent ...

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

Surgery Nurse

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$35 - $58.63/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Surgery Nurse at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide exceptional nursing care in the operating room ...

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

Surgery Nurse

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$35 - $58.63/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Surgery Nurse at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide exceptional nursing care in the operating room ...

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

Surgery Nurse

Gilbert, AZ

$35 - $58.63/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Surgery Nurse at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide exceptional nursing care in the operating room ...

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How much do surgery nurse jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average weekly pay for surgery nurse in the United States is $2,251.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,855.77 and $2,615.38 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surgery nurse?

Surgery nurses, also known as perioperative nurses or operating room (OR) nurses, are registered nurses who assist with surgical procedures. They play a critical role before, during, and after surgery by preparing patients, assisting surgeons, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a sterile environment. Surgery nurses may specialize in various types of surgeries and work closely with surgical teams to provide safe and effective patient care. Their responsibilities also include patient advocacy, documentation, and post-operative care. This role requires strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgery nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surgery Nurse, you need expertise in perioperative care, sterile techniques, and patient monitoring, usually supported by a nursing degree and RN licensure with additional perioperative certification (such as CNOR). Familiarity with surgical instruments, electronic health records (EHRs), and anesthesia monitoring systems is also essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are critical soft skills in this high-stakes environment. These abilities ensure patient safety, effective collaboration with surgical teams, and successful surgical outcomes.

What are some common challenges surgery nurses face in the operating room, and how can they effectively manage them?

Surgery nurses often encounter challenges such as working in high-pressure situations, maintaining strict sterile fields, and adapting quickly to unexpected changes during procedures. Effective communication and teamwork with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nurses are crucial for managing these challenges. Staying organized, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and continuing education on new surgical techniques and protocols can help surgery nurses remain effective and resilient in this demanding environment.

What is the difference between Surgery Nurse vs Operating Room Nurse?

AspectSurgery NurseOperating Room Nurse
CertificationsRN license, perioperative certification often preferredRN license, perioperative certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsHospitals, surgical suites, outpatient surgery centers
Job RolePrepping patients, assisting during surgery, post-op carePreparing the OR, assisting during procedures, ensuring sterile environment
Common UsageUsed interchangeably in many settingsMore specific to surgical settings

Both Surgery Nurses and Operating Room Nurses are vital in surgical settings, often sharing similar certifications and work environments. However, Surgery Nurses may have broader roles including pre- and post-operative care, while Operating Room Nurses focus specifically on assisting during surgeries and maintaining sterile conditions.

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Infographic showing various Surgery Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,052 per year, or $56.3 per hour.

Surgery Nurse

CommonSpirit Health

Sherwood, AR • On-site

Full-time

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CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 543 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

422nd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CHI St Vincent North has 69 beds and offers a small-town feeling of family and camaraderie. We have a strong neuro and cardiac focus. 

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.


As a Surgery Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when they are at their most vulnerable. 

Every day you will go over consent forms, answer questions about the procedure, do preoperative assessments, make sure the equipment is ready to go, and update family members on the surgery status during the operation. You will be expected to directly assist the surgeon during the actual surgery.

To be successful in this role you must have the ability to maintain focus while multitasking, remain calm under pressure, and exercise good judgment in emergency situations. 

  • Assist surgeon and surgical team in the OR
  • Care for patients before, during, and after procedures
  • Develop and implement nursing care plan for surgical patients
  • Ensure operating rooms are prepped with all necessary equipment and supplies
  • Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients  

We are offering a sign on bonus up to $25,000 to hires who meet the eligibility requirements. We also offer additional pay for participation in our clinical ladder as well as referral bonuses, excellent benefits, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.


Required

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, upon hire
  • Registered Nurse: AR, upon hire and
  • 1 year of acute care experience is required (new graduates or nurses who have never worked in an acute care setting are hired through our residency training program), upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days

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