Registered Nurse Operating Room Traveler

Ascension • Austin, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Operating Room Traveler works in surgical services at Ascension Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin, Texas. The role performs scrub and circulating functions, supports the operating physician during procedures, and prepares operating rooms, instruments, and equipment. Night shifts are available, with a schedule of 36 hours per week.

Requirements

• Certified Registered Nurse credential required before the hire or job transfer date.
• One of the following certifications is required: Advanced Life Support certification within six months (180 days) of the hire or job transfer date, accepted from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; or BLS Provider certification within one month (30 days) of the hire or job transfer date, accepted from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing, or required professional licensure at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub functions, including selecting and handling instruments and supplies used during procedures.
• Perform circulating functions, including monitoring, recording, and communicating the patient’s condition and managing the patient’s overall nursing care before, during, and after procedures.
• Directly assist the operating physician with surgical tasks, including hemostasis, suturing, wound exposure, and patient positioning.
• Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, and equipment for use.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED