Registered Nurse Operating Room

Ascension; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead the surgical environment in the Operating Room at Ascension St. John Medical Center.

The role involves scrub and circulating duties, ensuring a sterile and safe operative experience for every patient, and supporting the surgical team throughout the procedure. You will advocate for patient safety, assist physicians with essential tasks, and ensure the OR is fully prepared with all necessary instruments.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure with Oklahoma Board of Nursing before start date.
• Advanced Life Support or BLS certification within required timeframe as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the surgical environment by managing both scrub and circulating functions.
• Advocate for patient safety through monitoring and communication of condition.
• Collaborate with physicians to assist with wound exposure and suturing.
• Prepare the operating suite and instrumentation for readiness.
• Document the surgical events accurately and maintain high-quality records.

Skills

Scrub nursing

Circulating nursing

Patient safety

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location:Tulsa, OK

Facility:Ascension St. John Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Schedule:Full-time day shift, Mondays through Fridays only, four 10-hour shifts, days TBD, 6:30am-5:00pm. Call required. Must be able to work occasional night, weekend, or holiday.

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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

• Lead the surgical environment by expertly managing both scrub and circulating functions to ensure a seamless, sterile, and safe operative experience for every patient.
• Advocate for patient safety through continuous monitoring and clear communication of the patient's condition, managing their holistic care journey before, during, and after the procedure.
• Collaborate as a primary surgical partner by assisting physicians with critical tasks—including wound exposure and suturing—to ensure precise clinical outcomes and patient stability.
• Drive clinical readiness by meticulously preparing the operating suite and specialized instrumentation, ensuring the team has everything required to provide life-saving care without delay.
• Ensure documentation excellence by capturing the patient's surgical story in real-time, maintaining high-quality records that support long-term recovery and institutional standards.

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.

Education:

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

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.