Registered Nurse CVOR

Your future role at a glance Department: Cardiac Operating RoomSchedule: Full-time Day shift 40 hours/week (Guaranteed Hours)Hospital: Saint Thomas WestLocation: Nashville, TNSign-on Bonus: Up to $12,000!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 99,000+ 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 optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreBenefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.How you’ll make an impact in this role Job Summary: Deliver professional nursing care in the operative setting to patients undergoing surgical or otherinvasive procedures.Responsibilities: 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 woundexposure as well as patient positioning.Prepare operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.Contribute to Mission effectiveness by promoting the spirit embodied with the Mission Statement:A. Service to the poor - Support the cause of those who lack resources for a reasonable quality oflife.B. Reverence - Respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life.C. Integrity - Inspiring trust through personal leadership.D. Wisdom - Integrating excellence and stewardship.E. Creativity - Courageous Innovation.F. Dedication - Affirming hope and joy in our ministry.Monitor compliance of patient safety, quality initiatives, and regulatory agency requirements. Allother duties as assigned.Provide direct and indirect patient care through the application of the nursing process, which includes assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care rendered. Care provided will address physical and psychosocial needs of the patient and his/her family.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.One or more of the following required:Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Education:Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time ofhire.What additional preferences we're seeking No additional preferences. 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. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information. 

Created: 2026-03-01