RN Cardiovascular OR

About the role

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Facility: Ascension Alexian Brothers
Schedule: Day shift, Full-time
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000.00
Salary: $48.36 – $68.26 per hour

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. The organization empowers 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Ascension is recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, offering an inclusive and supportive environment where contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care.
• Fulfill all on-call requirements.
• Prepare operating rooms, instruments, and equipment for cardiovascular surgical or invasive procedures (2 years of OR experience needed).
• Perform scrub functions and handle instruments and supplies used during complex cardiovascular surgical procedures.
• Perform circulating functions including monitoring, recording, and communicating patient condition while managing overall nursing care.
• Assist operating physicians and anesthesia providers with accessing and maintaining lines and intubation during cardiovascular procedures.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensure obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support certification obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.

Preferences

• Previous OR experience needed.
• Previous CVOR experience desired.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security and 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.