Cardiovascular OR Nurse

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Benefit (180 days)

Debt relief & loan assistance

Job summary

Dignity Health's Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix seeks a Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse to support the Heart & Lung Institute and a high-volume cardiac transplant program. You will prepare patients, assist the surgeon, and provide specialized perioperative care in this seven-suite environment.

The role requires ASNs or Diploma in Nursing, AZ Compact RN license, and BLS/ACLS with ACLS within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Associates or Diploma in Nursing required.
• Active RN license in AZ or a compact state.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; ACLS within 60 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and OR team during procedures.
• Care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans for surgical patients.
• Ensure operating rooms are prepped with needed equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate compassion and maintain composure in emergencies.

Skills

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Patient communication

Cardiac OR experience

Education

Associates or Diploma in Nursing

RN license: AZ or Compact

BSN (preferred)

Tools

BLS/AHA Basic Life Support

ACLS within 60 days

ACLS certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, you will play a pivotal role in the "Heart & Lung Institute," the nation's sole stand-alone lung transplant center, within our Cardiac Service Line of Excellence. You will prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide exceptional care in our seven state-of-the-art CTOR surgical suites, which operate from 6:30 am to 7 pm and conduct over 1500 cases annually.

Every day you will review consent forms, address patient inquiries, conduct preoperative assessments, and ensure equipment readiness. You will keep family members informed about the surgery's progress and directly assist the surgeon during procedures. You will work within a specialized staffing ratio including two RN circulators, a cardiothoracic scrub technician, and a Physician's Assistant, supported by additional clinical and technical personnel.

To be successful in this role, you must have the ability to multitask effectively, maintain composure under pressure, and demonstrate sound judgment in emergency scenarios. Your expertise and dedication will directly contribute to the vital support of complex cardiac and lung transplant cases within a high-volume, specialized surgical environment.

• Assist surgeon and surgical team in the OR
• Care for patients before, during, and after procedures
• Develop and implement nursing care plan for surgical patients
• Ensure operating rooms are prepped with all necessary equipment and supplies
• Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients

Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.

Job Requirements

• Associates of Nursing, Diploma, or Foreign Equivalent
• Registered Nurse: AZ or Compact license
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 60 days

Preferred

• BSN
• One (1) year recent acute care experience

Where You'll Work

• Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders In Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $58.63 /hour