Registered Nurse Operating Room

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and ongoing ed

Job summary

Ascension Health in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Nurse in the Operating Room to support scrub and circulating roles during surgical procedures. You will assist surgeons, prepare rooms and equipment, and ensure patient safety before, during, and after operations.

Minimum certifications include ALS and BLS, with Wisconsin RN licensure. The role requires a diploma in nursing and prior perioperative experience is preferred, along with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited nursing program.
• Wisconsin RN licensure or multi-state license.
• BLS/CPR and advanced life support certifications.

Responsibilities

• Scrub functions: instrument handling during procedures.
• Circulating: monitor patient status, document, communicate conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in nursing

State RN license

Tools

None

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI

• Facility: Columbia St Mary's Milwaukee

• Department: Surgery

• Schedule: Rotating Shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform scrub functions including the selection and handling of instruments and supplies used during procedure.

• Perform circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care of patient before, during and after procedure.

• Directly assist operating physicians with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing and wound exposure as well as patient positioning.

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

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.

Education:

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

Additional Preferences:

• Minimum of 1 year of recent 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

• 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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