Registered Nurse OR Travel

Ascension; Elgin (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan (403(b) match)

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Other benefits

Job summary

Ascension Premiere Staffing - Surgical Services seeks a Circulator or Scrub Nurse for travel assignments across multiple Ascension acute care hospitals. The role offers diverse surgical specialties, with 40 hours per week and local/national travel options depending on need.

Requirements include RN licensure and BLS, with a Diploma in Nursing. Candidates should have at least 1 year of acute care RN experience and be prepared for flexible shifts across facilities.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse licensure required; compact RN license or state RN license for travel assignment location prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently serve as Circulator or Scrub Nurse across multiple specialties, including cardiac, ortho, and trauma surgery.
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and oversee surgical counts to prevent retained foreign objects.
• Lead “Time-Out” protocols, ensure correct patient positioning to prevent nerve injury, and monitor for skin breakdown.
• Rapidly respond to intraoperative crises such as malignant hyperthermia, massive hemorrhage, or cardiac arrest.

Skills

Circulator

Scrub Nurse

Education

Diploma from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location:Local and national travel options are available dependent on need.

Facility:Multiple Ascension acute care hospitals

Department: Ascension Premiere Staffing - Surgical Services

Schedule: Multiple shifts available | 40 hours per week

Gross Rate up to $2,114 per week

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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

• Proficiently serve as Circulator or Scrub Nurse across multiple specialties, including cardiac, ortho, and trauma surgery.
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and oversee surgical counts to prevent retained foreign objects.
• Lead "Time-Out" protocols, ensure correct patient positioning to prevent nerve injury, and monitor for skin breakdown.
• Rapidly respond to intraoperative crises such as malignant hyperthermia, massive hemorrhage, or cardiac arrest.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• 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 obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Must have compact RN license or state RN license relevant to travel assignment location prior to start of assignment.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.

Work Experience:

• One year of RN experience in an acute care setting required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Applicable license and/or certification per contract requirements required

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.