Registered Nurse Operating Room

Ascension Health; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b) retirement

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for Cedar Park Medical Center, TX. This full-time day shift supports high-acuity surgical patients, moving between scrub and circulator roles to uphold precision and safety.

The role emphasizes intraoperative management, hemodynamic monitoring, and collaboration within the surgical team to ensure optimal outcomes. On-call duties apply.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire date or transfer date.
• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert perioperative nursing care for high-acuity patients, transitioning between scrub and circulator roles to ensure surgical precision and patient safety.
• Coordinate intraoperative clinical management by monitoring hemodynamics and documenting critical interventions.
• Deliver advanced surgical assistance, supporting surgeons with hemostasis, suturing, wound exposure, and patient positioning during complex procedures.
• Prepare instrumentation and life-saving equipment to ensure sterile readiness for rapid-response trauma cases.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Scrub & circulator

Intraoperative monitoring

Team communication

Education

Nursing Diploma

Tools

Surgical instrumentation

Sterile technique

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Cedar Park, TX

• Facility: Cedar Park Medical Center

• Specialty: Operating Room

• Schedule: Day | Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide expert perioperative nursing care for high-acuity patients, seamlessly transitioning between scrub and circulator roles to ensure surgical precision and patient safety.

• Coordinate intraoperative clinical management by monitoring hemodynamics, documenting critical interventions, and facilitating clear communication within the surgical team.

• Deliver advanced surgical assistance, actively supporting surgeons with hemostasis, suturing, wound exposure, and specialized patient positioning during complex procedures.

• Optimize suite readiness and sterile integrity through the meticulous preparation of specialized instrumentation and life-saving equipment for rapid-response trauma cases.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas 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:

• 3 plus years Operating Room RN experience

• 40 hours per week 7am - 3pm with on call

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

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.

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Min Salary: 43.14

Max Salary 60.9