Cardiovascular OR Nurse

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,216 - 80,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Benefit program

Debt relief and loan assistance

Job summary

Dignity Health in Phoenix, AZ is looking for a Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse to join the Heart & Lung Institute at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center. You will prepare patients for surgery and provide exceptional pre- and postoperative care within a specialized surgical environment.

This role requires an ADN or equivalent and a valid RN license in Arizona. With responsibilities including assisting in surgeries and ensuring patients receive quality care, this position also offers up to $18,000 in education benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Must have an ADN, Diploma, or equivalent for nursing.
• Registered Nurse license in Arizona or Compact.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification must be obtained within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon and surgical team in surgeries.
• Care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Implement nursing care plans for surgical patients.
• Ensure operating rooms are ready with necessary equipment.
• Maintain compassion for patients throughout the process.

Skills

Compassion for patients

Multitasking

Sound judgment in emergencies

Education

ADN, Diploma, or Foreign Equivalent

Registered Nurse: AZ or Compact license

American Heart Association BLS

ACLS within 60 days

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

Education Benefit Program

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

• ADN, Diploma, or Foreign Equivalent
• Registered Nurse: AZ or Compact license
• American Heart Association BLS
• American Heart Association ACLS within 60 days

Preferred Qualifications

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

Where You'll Work

St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) located in Phoenix, AZ, is a 571‑bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago.

Pay Range

$35.00 – $58.63 per hour