Elliot Health System- Registered Nurse- Cardiothoracic OR- Full Time

Elliot Hospital; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliot Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiothoracic OR. This full-time position involves working with a skilled surgical team to provide advanced care for heart and vascular patients. Responsibilities include patient assessment, surgical preparation, and monitoring during procedures. The role offers competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off and 403b retirement plan with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 annually

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Pet insurance, legal services, and vendor discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of circulator experience.
• Current New Hampshire or Compact State RN license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain BLS; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs before, during, and after surgery.
• Operate specialized medical equipment including anesthesia machines and ventilators.
• Prepare patients for surgery by scrubbing, gowning, and positioning.
• Monitor vital signs under anesthesia and document medication administration accurately.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Monitoring Vital Signs

Surgical Preparation

Operating Medical Equipment

Education

BSN preferred

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

Job description

Elliot Health System - Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic OR - Full Time

Join our team at Elliot Hospital as a Registered Nurse in the Cardiothoracic OR. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to our expanding heart and vascular care services at the Elliot Heart and Vascular Center, working alongside highly skilled surgeons, physician assistants, perfusionists, nurses, and technologists to provide advanced surgical treatments for conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and chest cavity.

About the Job

Nurses ensure sterility and safety during all surgical procedures. Responsibilities include examining and preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, verifying allergies, answering patient questions, and maintaining sterile techniques during operations. Post-surgery duties involve waste disposal and disinfecting the OR. Your role is crucial in ensuring patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction throughout the surgical process.

What You’ll Do

1. Assess patient needs before, during, and after surgery.
2. Operate specialized medical equipment including anesthesia machines and ventilators.
3. Prepare patients for surgery by scrubbing, gowning, and positioning.
4. Monitor vital signs under anesthesia and document medication administration accurately.

Who You Are

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school; BSN preferred.
• Minimum two years of circulator experience.
• Current New Hampshire or Compact State RN license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain BLS; ACLS preferred.

Why You’ll Love Us

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision starting the month after hire.
• Paid time off and 403b retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 annually.
• Sign-on bonus up to $20,000.
• Additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal services, and vendor discounts.