Ascension·Cedar Park, Texas
The role involves assisting physicians with surgical procedures, including suturing and wound exposure, while managing sterile instrument handling. Additionally, the nurse acts as a circulating advocate to monitor patient care throughout the preoperative cycle.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire. What additional requirements you'll need 2+ years of
OR
RN experience
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 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.
Candidates must be a Registered Nurse licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing with at least 2 years of OR experience. Required certifications include BLS and ACLS obtained within specific timeframes after hire.
Market context
Texas hospitals and surgical centers commonly seek Registered Nurses for operating rooms, especially candidates with current RN licensure and OR experience in trauma, robotics, neuro, or orthopedics. These roles are competitive because employers often prefer nurses who can adapt quickly to fast-paced surgical teams and meet certification requirements such as BLS and ALS. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your Texas Board of Nursing license, certifications, and recent OR experience before applying.