Registered Nurse CVOR

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Health in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an experienced RN for the Cardiovascular Operating Room. Join a team providing scrub and circulating care for complex cardiovascular surgeries, monitoring patient status, and assisting physicians and anesthesia during critical procedures.

The role requires a Wisconsin RN license, ACLS/BLS as scheduled, and a nursing diploma. OR experience is preferred, with a supportive environment and commitment to patient safety.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• BLS Provider within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing or required professional licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub functions and handling of instruments and supplies used during complex cardiovascular surgical procedures.
• Perform circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care during cardiovascular procedures.
• Assist operating physicians and anesthesia with accessing and maintaining lines and intubation during cardiovascular procedures.
• Prepare cardiovascular operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI

• Facility: Columbia St Mary's Milwaukee

• Department: Cardiovascular Operating Room

• Schedule: Rotating Shift | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform both scrub functions and handling of instruments and supplies used during complex cardiovascular surgical procedures.

• Perform circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care of patients during cardiovascular procedures.

• Assist operating physicians and anesthesia with accessing and maintaining lines and intubation during cardiovascular procedures.

• Prepare cardiovascular operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin 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.

Education:

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

Additional Preferences:

• Minimum of 2 years of recent CV Operating Room experience in an acute care hospital setting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of perioperative nursing standards, sterile technique, aseptic practice, and patient safety.

• Strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and organizational skills.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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 99,000+ 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.

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 46.05

Max Salary 65.01