Registered Nurse Cardiovascular Prep and Recovery

Ascension; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension in Tulsa, OK seeks a skilled Registered Nurse for Cardiovascular Prep and Recovery. You will oversee the post-procedural recovery of cardiac and vascular patients, ensuring stable hemodynamics and vigilant monitoring of rhythm and status.

You will interpret real-time data, titrate specialized medications, and educate patients and families on long-term heart health while preventing complications.

Qualifications

• RN credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
• ACLS within 6 months (60 days) of hire; BLS within 1 month (30 days) of hire.
• PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guard cardiac recovery and manage post-procedural patients with precision.
• Lead hemodynamic monitoring and detect changes in rhythm or status.
• Monitor arterial/venous access, ensuring distal perfusion and preventing complications.
• Interpret real-time data to titrate cardiac medications during transition to recovery.
• Educate patients and families on recovery protocols and long-term heart health.
• Identify early signs of distress to prevent adverse cardiac events.

Skills

Cardiac care

Vital signs monitoring

Critical thinking

Education

Nursing diploma

Oklahoma RN licensure

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location:Tulsa, OK

Facility:Ascension St. John Medical Center

Department/Specialty:Cardiovascular Prep and Recovery

Schedule:Full-time day shift, Monday through Friday, 8:30am-7:00pm, four 10-hour shifts, rotating day off

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• In this specialized role, you serve as the critical guardian of cardiac recovery. You will manage patients coming off complex interventional procedures—such as angioplasties, stenting, or structural heart repairs—where precision and rapid assessment are vital.
• Lead the post-procedural recovery of cardiac and vascular patients by expertly managing hemodynamic stability and monitoring for immediate changes in heart rhythm or status.
• Master site-specific care and complication prevention by vigilantly monitoring arterial and venous access points, ensuring distal perfusion and preventing hematomas or bleeding.
• Evaluate and titrate specialized interventions by interpreting real-time data and managing cardiac-specific medications to ensure the heart transitions safely from a procedural to a recovery state.
• Empower patients and families through education by translating complex cardiac recovery protocols into clear, actionable steps for their long-term heart health.
• Anticipate and mitigate procedural risks by utilizing your knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy to identify early signs of vascular distress or cardiac events before they become critical.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.