Cardiovascular OR Nurse

CommonSpirit Health • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

The Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse at Chandler Regional Medical Center serves as a patient advocate, using clinical expertise to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans. The nurse collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to promote positive health outcomes, patient safety, clinical excellence, and compassionate care. The role supports complex cardiac and lung transplant cases in a high-volume, specialized surgical environment.

Requirements

• At least one year of RN experience.
• Bachelor of Nursing, Associate of Nursing, diploma, or foreign equivalent.
• Registered Nurse credential for Arizona.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within six months.
• Ability to multitask, maintain composure under pressure, and exercise sound judgment in emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of medical/surgical intensive care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon and surgical team in the operating room.
• Care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans for surgical patients.
• Prepare operating rooms with the necessary equipment and supplies.
• Review consent forms, address patient inquiries, and conduct preoperative assessments.
• Ensure equipment is ready for procedures.
• Keep family members informed about the progress of surgery.
• Demonstrate compassion for patients.

Benefits

• Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days, including debt relief and student loan assistance.
• Full-time employees may receive up to $18,000 over five years through the Education Benefit program.
• Part-time employees may receive up to $9,000 through the Education Benefit program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree