RN-Cardiovascular OR

Ascension Health • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The position is for a Registered Nurse in the Surgery Department at Columbia St. Mary's, located in Milwaukee, WI. This is a full-time role with a day shift schedule. The nurse will deliver professional nursing care in the operative setting to patients undergoing cardiovascular surgical or other invasive procedures. Responsibilities include performing scrub functions, circulating functions, assisting operating physicians and anesthesia, and preparing operating rooms and surgical instruments for use.

Requirements

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• CVOR experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care in the operative setting to patients undergoing cardiovascular surgical or other invasive procedures.
• Perform both scrub functions and handling of instruments and supplies used during complex cardiovascular surgical procedures.
• Perform circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care of patient during cardiovascular procedures.
• Assist operating physicians and anesthesia with accessing and maintaining lines and intubation during cardiovascular procedures.
• Prepare cardiovascular operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree