Cardiac OR Nurse

AP Health; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with company matching

Paid time off for CME

Generous PTO and work-life balance

Job summary

AP Health is hiring an experienced Surgical Technician in Fort Lauderdale, FL, to support cardiac surgical procedures. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiac surgery and hold an active RN license in Florida. This role includes managing patient positioning, assisting with cardiac emergencies, and ensuring availability of specialized equipment. AP Health offers comprehensive medical benefits, a 401K retirement plan with matching, and generous PTO. Join a recognized Great Place to Work committed to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years circulating experience in cardiac surgery.
• Ability to assist with cardiac emergencies and medication administration.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance offered.

Responsibilities

• Position patients safely with attention to pressure injury prevention.
• Assist with rapid response to cardiac emergencies.
• Ensure functionality of specialized CVOR equipment.

Skills

Cardiac surgery experience

Patient positioning

Ability to take call

Education

BSN from an accredited nursing program

Active RN license in Florida

Tools

CVOR equipment

Sternal saws

Hemodynamic monitors

Job description

AP Health is seeking an experienced Surgical Technician to join our team in the greater Palm Beach, FL area. A successful candidate must have at least 2+ years of experience in cardiac surgery. This is an exciting opportunity to join a distinguished team that delivers top tier care.

What you will do:

• Position patients safely with attention to pressure injury prevention, nerve protection, and hemodynamic stability
• Assist with rapid response to cardiac emergencies (e.g., malignant arrhythmias, acute hemorrhage, protamine reactions)
• Ensure availability and functionality of specialized CVOR equipment (e.g., sternal saws, transesophageal echo probes, hemodynamic monitors)
• Prepare and administer cardiac medications (e.g., vasopressors, antiarrhythmics) under physician direction
• Support cell saver, IABP, and ECMO setup/priming as needed

What do you need:

• Active RN license in Florida
• BSN from an accredited nursing program
• Minimum 2 years circulating experience in cardiac surgery (open heart, minimally invasive, robotics)
• Ability to take call
• Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability, basic and supplemental life
• 401K retirement plan with company matching
• Participation in the company’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
• Paid state license, malpractice, and other agreed upon licenses and dues
• Annual $1,500 allotment accompanied by 3 days of paid non-work time for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Generous PTO and life/work balance

AP Health is a Certified Great Place to Work, a national recognition based on employee feedback about workplace culture and experience. If you have a passion for patient-centered care and interest in working in a fast-paced operating room atmosphere—join our team today!