Surgery Nurse

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,216 - 81,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Benefit

Job summary

St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Surgery Nurse to join our twelve-room OR suite and 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, with a 44‑bay PACU and 1:2 ratio.

We leverage the latest technology to support patient care and ongoing staff development within a Level I Trauma Center operating 24/7. This role emphasizes patient advocacy, evidence-based nursing care, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement, with self-scheduling and in-house anesthesia support to focus on

Qualifications

• One year of acute care experience.
• Registered Nurse license in AZ.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and surgical team in the OR.
• Care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans for surgical patients.
• Ensure operating rooms are prepped with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate compassion for patients.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

BSN

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgery Nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center, you will work in our twelve-room OR suite which maintains a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. This enables us to form close relationships with patients and their families during very difficult times. We also feature a 44-bay multi-level PACU with staff dedicated to trauma and other emergency cases. Our PACU features a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio. Throughout the unit we are committed to using the latest technology, affording staff the opportunity to constantly learn and enhance their skills. Your contribution is vital to fulfilling our mission, upholding core values, and supporting the strategic goals of a Level I Trauma Center operational 24/7.

Every day you will provide comprehensive, safe, and effective, evidence-based nursing care, organizing and prioritizing patient care activities while balancing patient needs and comfort. You will serve as a patient advocate, utilizing holistic care practices and adapting to swift changes in patient conditions. You'll also engage with the latest technology, continuously enhancing your skills, and actively participate in process and quality improvement initiatives within a fast-paced environment. Self-scheduling and in-house anesthesia support your focus on patient healing and outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you'll demonstrate exceptional communication, ethical accountability, critical thinking, and the ability to seek multidisciplinary collaboration. Your capacity to manage workload, apply negotiation and conflict management strategies, and consistently support the organization's strategic plan and performance improvement will be key to thriving in this dynamic Perioperative nursing environment, where innovation and patient safety are paramount.

• Assist surgeon and surgical team in the OR
• Care for patients before, during, and after procedures
• Develop and implement nursing care plan for surgical patients
• Ensure operating rooms are prepped with all necessary equipment and supplies
• Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients

Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.

Job Requirements Required

• One (1) year recent acute care experience
• Registered Nurse: AZ
• American Heart Association BLS

Preferred

• BSN
• Experience in Trauma and Ortho Robotics

Where You'll Work

• [Hello humankindness](https://hellohumankindness.org/): Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Leaders In Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $58.63 /hour