Registered Nurse OR

Cedarparktexasedc; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being resources

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a dedicated registered nurse for an OR PRN role in Mequon, Wisconsin. The RN will oversee pre-, intra-, and post-operative patient care, monitor status, and ensure seamless communication for safety and continuity of care.

Responsibilities include scrubbing, instrument preparation, assisting with positioning and hemostasis, and ensuring the operating room is ready for every case. Requires BLS, ACLS within specified periods, and Wisconsin/Minnesota licensure.

Qualifications

• Graduate nurse with active RN license and BLS within 1 month of hire.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire.
• Wisconsin or Minnesota RN licensure or multi-state license as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the patient care journey in the operative setting (pre-intra-post-op) and monitor vitals.
• Perform scrub functions: select and prepare instruments to maintain sterile field.
• Assist the physician with patient positioning, hemostasis, and wound closure.
• Maintain OR readiness: ensure instruments and equipment are sterile and ready for every case.

Skills

Intraoperative care

Patient positioning

Hemostasis assistance

Surgical team support

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Mequon, WI


• Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee


• Department: OR


• Schedule: PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead the comprehensive patient care journey in the operative setting (pre-intra-post-op) by continuously monitoring, recording, and communicating vital patient status updates to ensure optimal safety and continuity of care.


• Execute specialized scrub functions, meticulously selecting and preparing all surgical instruments and supplies to maintain a sterile field and support the procedural flow, directly contributing to surgical success.


• Support the surgical team directly by assisting the physician with critical tasks, including precise patient positioning, achieving hemostasis, and facilitating wound closure to ensure positive surgical outcomes.


• Maintain a state of procedural readiness by preparing the operating room, ensuring all instruments, supplies, and high‑tech equipment are functional, sterile, and immediately available for every case.

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.


• One or more of the following required:
  
  
  
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure is dependent on state associate works in.
  
  
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi‑state/Compact State. Licensure is dependent on state associate works in.
  
  
  
  

Education:

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

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan


• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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.