Registered Nurse OR

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (403(b)

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, MD is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Surgical Services. The role involves performing scrub and circulator functions in the operating room, partnering with surgeons to ensure hemostasis, proper suturing, wound exposure, and patient positioning, and supervising sterilization of rooms and instruments.

Required is an MD RN license with ACLS (within 6 months) or BLS (within 1 month). A nursing diploma is needed, and OR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse credential from the Maryland Board of Nursing required.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire date; BLS within 1 month of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Execute scrub functions, including selection and sterile handling of instrumentation and supplies.
• Execute circulator functions, including monitoring, documentation, and real-time communication.
• Partner with surgeons to facilitate hemostasis, suturing, wound exposure, and optimal patient positioning.
• Oversee the preparation and sterilization of rooms, surgical instruments, and high-tech equipment.

Skills

Scrub nurse experience

Circulator duties

Patient positioning

Sterile technique

Communication

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Maryland RN license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location : Baltimore, MD
• Facility : Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital
• Department: Surgical Services
• Schedule : Rotating | Full-time
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000.00

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Execute scrub functions, including selection and sterile handling of instrumentation and supplies.
• Execute circulator functions, including monitoring, documentation, and real-time communication.
• Partner with surgeons to facilitate hemostasis, suturing, wound exposure, and optimal patient positioning.
• Oversee the preparation and sterilizations of rooms, surgical instruments, and high-tech equipment.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Maryland 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:

• Hospital OR experience required

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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