Cardiac Operating Room Nurse

Cardiac Operating Room Nurse

Department: CT Surgery

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: Four 10 hour shift, M-F 6:30-17:00

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary: Independently performs the functions of a registered nurse in direct patient care. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of developmentally appropriate care. Also works in collaboration with other health care professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care to meet the patient/family needs.

Responsibilities:

* Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care to pediatric and adult patients undergoing complex cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures.

* Prepare and maintain the operating room by ensuring all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are readily available, properly sterilized, and functioning effectively.

* Uphold a sterile surgical environment while strictly adhering to infection prevention standards, patient safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.

* Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, perfusionists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support efficient surgical workflow and achieve optimal patient outcomes.

* Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient care, surgical procedures, medications administered, implants utilized, and equipment used throughout the operative process.

Work Experience:

* At least 1 year of Operating Room working experience is required --- Cardiology exp preferred

Education:

* Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience BSN required

Licenses and Certifications:

* Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas required

* Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required

* PALS/NRP/ACLS (Department specific requirements - see addendum) required

* PACES certification within 6 months of hire required

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits How We'll Care for You:

Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

Children's Health System of Texas