Cardiovascular OR Nurse

Where You’ll Work Hello humankindness

• Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.
• 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. This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, you will play a pivotal role in the "Heart & Lung Institute," the nation's sole stand-alone lung transplant center, within our Cardiac Service Line of Excellence. You will prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide exceptional care in our seven state-of-the-art
• CTOR surgical suites, which operate from 6:30 am to 7 pm and conduct over 1500 cases annually. Every day you will review consent forms, address patient inquiries, conduct preoperative assessments, and ensure equipment readiness. You will keep family members informed about the surgery's progress and directly assist the surgeon during procedures. You will work within a specialized staffing ratio including two RN circulators, a cardiothoracic scrub technician, and a Physician's Assistant, supported by additional clinical and technical personnel. To be successful in this role, you must have the ability to multitask effectively, maintain composure under pressure, and demonstrate sound judgment in emergency scenarios. Your expertise and dedication will directly contribute to the vital support of complex cardiac and lung transplant cases within a high-volume, specialized surgical environment. 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. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity! Job Requirements
• Required
• ADN,
• Diploma, or
• Foreign
• Equivalent
• Registered
• Nurse: AZ or Compact license American Heart Association BLS American Heart Association ACLS, within 60 days Preferred BSN One (1) year recent acute care experience