About this role
Join Our Team at ST Health Mercy – Main Operating Room
Are you a passionate nurse ready to make a real impact? ST Health Mercy, a Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center, is seeking dedicated nurses to join our Main Operating Room team. Be part of Life Changing Medicine while working with cutting-edge technology in a supportive, growth-focused environment.
Why ST Health Mercy?
- Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center – Care for complex, high-acuity cases
- Advanced Technology & Innovative Care
- Comprehensive Training – Open to new graduates and experienced nurses interested in Perioperative Nursing
- 24/7 Operations with flexible scheduling options
What We Offer:
- $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for experienced nurses
- $20,000 Loan Repayment Program for new graduate RNs (paid over 3 years; prorated for eligible roles)
- Flexible Scheduling – 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts after orientation
- Up to 5.5 Weeks PTO + 7 Paid Holidays annually
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000/year (plus RN-BSN/MSN options at no cost for ST Health employees)
- Structured Nursing Career Ladders with opportunities for advancement and recognition
Position Overview:
As a Professional Staff Nurse, you’ll deliver high-quality, patient-centered care using Relationship-Based Care principles. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, participate in continuous learning, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide safe, compassionate perioperative nursing care
- Apply evidence-based practice and participate in quality initiatives
- Support patient and family education
- Engage in professional development and team collaboration
- Perform scrub role (required for RNs hired on or after July 17, 2023)
ST Health invests in nurses from day one—financially, professionally, and personally. From loan repayment to long-term career growth, we’re committed to helping you thrive.
Apply today and take the next step in your nursing career at ST Health Mercy.
- Minimum of six months of nursing experience preferred
Licensure, Certifications & Clearances:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification
- Act 34 Clearance (with renewal as required)
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Pay range
$38.75–$48.21 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
Your recruiter
Jamie Park
Nurse Recruiter — Pittsburgh Metro
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Registered Nurse - OR — Pittsburgh, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)
Registered Nurse - OR at Pepper Health, Pittsburgh. See the pay range, the schedule, and your recruiter’s name before you apply. Start with just your email.
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# Registered Nurse - OR
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health Mercy
- Pay: $38.75–$48.21 / hr
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## Description
#### Join Our Team at ST Health Mercy – Main Operating Room
Are you a passionate nurse ready to make a real impact? **ST Health Mercy**, a **Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center**, is seeking dedicated nurses to join our **Main Operating Room team**. Be part of Life Changing Medicine while working with cutting-edge technology in a supportive, growth-focused environment.
…Shift and schedule
Shift
Rotating
Hours
Full-Time
Workplace
On-site
Where you’ll work
Pittsburgh, PA
A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.
- Pepper Health Shadyside
- Pepper Health Passavant
- Pepper Health Children's
- Pepper Health Rehab Services
- Pepper Health at Home
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

I started at the bedside. Pepper grew me into leadership — a residency year, tuition support, and a manager who asked "what's next for you?" every single year.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
New-grad RN / Residency
Staff RN — specialty certified
Charge / Clinical Resource RN
Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track
Director of Nursing
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I self-schedule?
Most inpatient units use self-scheduling in 4-week blocks, with weekend and holiday rotations shared equitably across the team.
About this roleDo you pay for certifications?
Specialty certification exams, renewals and review courses are covered — and certified nurses earn a differential.
About this roleIs there a nurse residency program?
Yes — a 12-month, accredited residency for new-grad RNs with dedicated preceptors, simulation labs and a cohort that starts together.
About this roleWhat support exists at the bedside?
Clinical resource nurses on every shift, a no-lift equipment program, and unit councils where staff nurses drive practice changes.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.
Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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