OR Registered Nurse: Patient Advocate & OR Ops Lead (Days, FT)

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown in Nashville, TN is seeking an experienced RN for the Operating Room to join a full-time, days schedule. You will act as the patient’s advocate, ensure sterile field integrity, and coordinate OR operations to support the surgical team.

The role emphasizes patient safety, advanced nursing practice in the OR, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team within a leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN for Tennessee or valid multi-state license (Compact State) before hire date.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire date; BLS within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Patient Advocate: be the patient’s voice during vulnerable moments, documenting their condition with clinical precision.
• Safety & Sterile Field: maintain sterility and ensure accurate patient positioning, equipment, and supply management across procedures.
• OR Operations: anticipate needs and coordinate prep of technology and supplies to ensure flawless procedures.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Sterile field safety

OR coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Nursing Diploma

RN licensure (TN or compact state)

Tools

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown in Nashville, TN is seeking an experienced RN for the Operating Room to join a full-time, days schedule. You will act as the patient’s advocate, ensure sterile field integrity, and coordinate OR operations to support the surgical team.

The role emphasizes patient safety, advanced nursing practice in the OR, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team within a leading healthcare system.