Registered Nurse- Cardiothoracic Surgery- Full Time

Elliot Health System; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Earned Time

403(b) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Legal Services

Vendor Discounts

Job summary

Elliot Health System in New Hampshire is seeking a skilled perioperative nurse to join our cardiothoracic and vascular care team. As a circulator, you will support the operating room, monitor patients, ensure sterility, and help prepare for complex procedures.

You must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with at least two years' circulator experience and an NH RN license (or Compact state license). BLS is required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience as a circulator required.
• New Hampshire Registered Nurse or Compact State Registered Nurse License required.
• Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment. ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessing patient needs before, during and after a surgical procedure.
• Operating specialized medical equipment including anesthesia machines and ventilators.
• Preparing patients for surgery by scrubbing, gowning, and positioning them on the operating table.
• Monitoring vital signs of patients while they are under general anesthesia. Additionally, maintaining records of medications administered to ensure accuracy.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Education

BSN preferred

NH RN license

Compact RN license

Job description

Amazing opportunity to join our team as we introduce comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery services to our growing array of heart and vascular care at the Elliot Heart and Vascular Center. Our highly skilled cardiothoracic surgeons, physician assistants, perfusionists, nurses and technologists provide advanced surgical treatments for conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and chest cavity.

About The Job

Nurses provide sterility and safety for all surgical procedures. You must examine, take vital signs, verify allergies, and answer questions to prepare patients for surgery. You must also monitor each patient, record vital signs changes, and use sterile equipment during operation. After surgery, you must dispose of medical waste and disinfect the OR room before closing. You must ensure patient safety and satisfaction before, during, and after surgery. This professional ensures that all procedures go smoothly and that patients return home healthy. Your commitment to OR excellence distinguishes you from other nurses.

What You’ll Do

• Assessing patient needs before, during and after a surgical procedure.
• Operating specialized medical equipment including anesthesia machines and ventilators.
• Preparing patients for surgery by scrubbing, gowning, and positioning them on the operating table.
• Monitoring vital signs of patients while they are under general anesthesia. Additionally, maintaining records of medications administered to ensure accuracy.

Who You Are

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience as a circulator required.
• New Hampshire Registered Nurse or Compact State Registered Nurse License required.
• Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment. ACLS preferred.

Why You’ll Love Us

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following start date
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts

Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Day Shift