RN Surgery
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Sugar Land, TX, 77478
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 33-52.8 HOUR
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring, and our families need protection. With our combined resources, we are 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. In this role, your patients will be critically ill or unstable following extensive injury, surgery, or life threatening diseases. Our nurses wear many hats daily from patient advocate to family advisor and, in some cases, even friend.
Operating Room Nurse Role:
- Patience and focus to constantly monitor high acuity setting
- Proven ability to think and react quickly in critical situations
- Provide care before, during and after surgery
- Proficiency with telemetry / cardiac Monitoring
- Passion for excellence in delivering quality care
If you are ready to start a career with an established team in an organization that understands the importance of your life’s calling, it’s time to connect with St Luke’s!
Job Requirements
Required Skills:
- Associates Degree in Nursing or Diploma.
- One (1) or more years of nursing experience
- Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS)(AHA)
Preferred Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred
- One (1) or more years of recent experience in an acute care setting preferred
- Previous OR experience
St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital offers the latest technology and treatments for residents of Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston. Our services range from heart care and neuroscience to robotic surgery. Our recently opened Family Birthing Center offers incomparable care and amenities in a spa-like environment to provide a VIP—Very Important Pregnancy—experience. Since 2008, our experienced doctors, nurses, and support staff have provided expert care to support our community.
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Frequently asked questions
In Sugar Land's healthcare settings, RN Surgery professionals are trained to maintain calm and sharp focus during critical surgical moments. Their expertise in cardiac monitoring and quick decision-making ensures patient safety throughout the procedure, reflecting the region's high standards for surgical nursing.
Beyond Texas RN licensure and BLS certification, St. Luke's Health favors nurses with acute care experience and possibly bachelor's degrees. Certifications in telemetry or perioperative nursing can enhance a candidate’s profile, aligning with the hospital’s commitment to cutting-edge surgical care.
An RN Surgery nurse uniquely manages preoperative prep, intraoperative patient monitoring, and postoperative care for critically ill patients. Their role demands rapid response to emergencies and close collaboration with surgical teams, setting them apart from general medical-surgical nurses.
Catholic Health Initiatives supports career advancement through specialized training and leadership roles within perioperative services. Surgical RNs can pursue clinical specialist positions or management, benefiting from the network’s resources and emphasis on innovation in patient care.
Catholic Health Initiatives promotes a compassionate, community-focused environment where surgical nurses often act as patient advocates and family advisors. This holistic approach fosters a supportive culture that values both clinical excellence and emotional intelligence.
Sugar Land’s growing healthcare sector has a steady demand for skilled surgical nurses, though competition remains moderate. Applicants with perioperative experience and Texas licensure typically have an advantage, reflecting the area's blend of urban growth and healthcare expansion.
Yes, Catholic Health Initiatives invests in ongoing education, including advanced cardiac monitoring and perioperative care courses, enabling RN Surgery nurses to refine their expertise and stay current with surgical innovations within their Sugar Land facility.
In Sugar Land, RN Surgery salaries typically range from $65,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Nurses with acute care backgrounds or specialized surgical skills may command higher compensation reflecting the region’s healthcare market standards.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate care beyond surgery, encouraging RN Surgery nurses to advocate for vulnerable patients and support families, blending clinical expertise with community health principles in Sugar Land’s diverse patient population.