Registered Nurse OR

Ascension; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan 403(b)

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo is seeking a dedicated Registerd Nurse to join the Operating Room team in Kokomo, IN. The role focuses on delivering high-quality nursing care for patients undergoing surgical or invasive procedures and supporting both scrub and circulating duties.

Responsibilities include instrument handling, patient monitoring, and direct assistance to surgeons. Indiana RN licensure is required, with ACLS/BLS certification within specified windows, and a Diploma in Nursing.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse (Indiana)
• ACLS or BLS within specified timeframes
• Experience in operative/surgical settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care in the operative setting for surgical or invasive procedures.
• Perform scrub functions with instrument handling and supplies.
• Perform circulating functions including patient monitoring and care coordination before, during and after procedures.
• Assist operating physicians with surgical tasks and patient positioning.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Scrub/Circulating

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Kokomo, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo

Department/Specialty: Operating Room

Schedule: Days | Full Time

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

Deliver professional nursing care in the operative setting to patients undergoing surgical or other invasive procedures.

• 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 physician 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:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana 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.

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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