Registered Nurse CVOR

Ascension • Milwaukee, WI

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse CVOR position is based in the Cardiovascular Operating Room at Columbia St Mary's Milwaukee in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This full-time role works a rotating shift. The nurse performs scrub and circulating functions during complex cardiovascular procedures, supports physicians and anesthesia, and prepares operating rooms, instruments, and equipment.

Requirements

• Hold a Licensed Registered Nurse credential from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing before the hire date or job transfer date.
• Obtain Advanced Life Support within six months (180 days) of the hire date or job transfer date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
• Obtain BLS Provider certification within one month (30 days) of the hire date or job transfer date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
• Have a diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing, or the required professional licensure at the time of hire.
• Have a minimum of two years of recent cardiovascular operating room experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Demonstrate knowledge of perioperative nursing standards, sterile technique, aseptic practice, and patient safety.
• Have strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of recent CV Operating Room experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of perioperative nursing standards, sterile technique, aseptic practice, and patient safety.
• Strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub functions and handle instruments and supplies used during complex cardiovascular surgical procedures.
• Perform circulating functions, including monitoring, recording, and communicating the patient’s condition and managing the patient’s overall nursing care during cardiovascular procedures.
• Assist operating physicians and anesthesia with accessing and maintaining lines and intubation during cardiovascular procedures.
• Prepare cardiovascular operating rooms, surgical instruments, and equipment for use.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), 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: Associate degree