Ascension·Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Deliver specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cardiovascular and invasive surgical procedures. Responsibilities include performing scrub duties, managing complex instruments, and monitoring patient conditions throughout the procedure.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire. What additional requirements you'll need Minimum of 2 years of recent CV Operating Room experience in an acute care hospital setting. Demonstrated knowledge of perioperative nursing standards, sterile technique, aseptic practice, and patient safety. Strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
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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 97,000+ 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. Equal employment opportunity employer 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.
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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Requires a valid Wisconsin Registered Nurse license and at least 2 years of recent CV Operating Room experience in an acute care setting. Candidates must obtain BLS and ACLS certifications within the specified timeframes after hire.
Market context
Wisconsin hospitals and surgical centers typically look for Registered Nurses with operating room experience, and CVOR skills can make this role more competitive because cardiac surgery teams need nurses who can work in high-acuity, tightly coordinated settings. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review licensure, certification timing, and support resources faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your Wisconsin RN license status and be ready to complete BLS within one month and Advanced Life Support within six months.