Registered Nurse Operating Room

Ascension; Miramar Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension in Destin, FL is seeking a dedicated Operating Room RN to join the day shift in a full-time capacity. The role centers on providing expert scrub and circulating support, assisting the surgeon with procedures, and ensuring the OR is properly prepared and sterile for each case.

The ideal candidate holds a Florida RN license, a nursing diploma, and relevant OR experience, with ACLS/BLS or ALS certifications expected within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
• Florida RN license in good standing; multi-state license recognition (Compact State).
• Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire or BLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs scrub functions selecting and handling instruments and supplies used during procedures.
• Performs circulating functions including monitoring patient condition and communicating nursing care before, during and after procedures.
• Directly assists operating physician with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing and wound exposure; assists with patient positioning.
• Prepares operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.

Skills

Clinical nursing

OR experience

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Nursing Diploma

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast


• Department: Operating Room


• Schedule: Day | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Destin, FL


• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast


• Department: Operating Room


• Schedule: Day | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

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


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


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


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

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  
  
  
  • Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Florida. Credentialed from State Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition \"Compact State\" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  
  
  • One or more of the following:
    
    
    
    • 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 required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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