Open Heart OR Nurse — Impactful Cardiac Care Team

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida Northside Hospital in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking an Experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse for Open Heart Surgical Services. You will provide clinical expertise to ensure high-quality, efficient care in a surgical environment and support a collaborative team focused on patient safety.

The role requires Florida RN licensure (or compact), a Nursing Diploma/ASN (BSN preferred), and BLS certification. Prior acute care experience and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Florida Registered Nurse licensure in accordance with state regulations (or compact).
• Active FL RN license within 60 days if compact licensure held.
• Nursing Diploma or ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Previous acute care experience; American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, intervene and evaluate the care of intra-operative patients.
• Assist surgeons in operative procedures and patient care.
• Maintain and review patients’ records including tests and exam results.
• Administer medications in accordance with physician orders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

PC skills

BLS certification

Education

Nursing Diploma or ASN

BSN preferred

Job description

HCA Florida Northside Hospital in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking an Experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse for Open Heart Surgical Services. You will provide clinical expertise to ensure high-quality, efficient care in a surgical environment and support a collaborative team focused on patient safety.

The role requires Florida RN licensure (or compact), a Nursing Diploma/ASN (BSN preferred), and BLS certification. Prior acute care experience and strong communication are essential.