Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Ascension; Kokomo, Sycamore (IN, WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit health system dedicated to providing exceptional care. As a vital member of the surgical team, you will deliver high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing various procedures. This role offers an opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment that values community impact and professional growth. With over 148 years of service, the organization is committed to empowering associates to make a difference in healthcare and their communities. Experience a rewarding career where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options

Retirement benefits including employer match

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Community service opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing required.
• Advanced Life Support and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care in the operative setting.
• Assist operating physician with surgical tasks and patient positioning.
• Prepare operating rooms and manage overall nursing care.

Skills

Patient Care

Surgical Assistance

Advanced Life Support

Basic Life Support

Education

Diploma from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department:Surgery (OR)
• Schedule:Full Time, 36 hours per week, days
• Hospital:Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo
• Location:Kokomo, IN

What You Will Do

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 You Will 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.

Additional Preferences

• No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran 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.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.