Nurse Cardiac Thoracic Surgery

Company: St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Summary and Responsibilities This position requires mandatory call. The CTOR Department at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a vital component of the Cardiac Service Line of Excellence, providing crucial support to the "Heart & Lung Institute," the nation's sole stand-alone lung transplant center. Operating from 6:30 am to 7 pm, the CTOR houses seven surgical suites and conducts over 1500 cases annually. The staffing ratio for these cases includes two RN circulators, a cardiothoracic scrub technician, and a Physician's Assistant, supported by additional clinical, technical monitoring, and staff perfusion personnel. As a surgical services nurse at SJHMC, you will play a pivotal role in preparing patients for surgical procedures and providing exceptional care in the operating room. Your daily responsibilities will include reviewing consent forms, addressing patient inquiries, conducting preoperative assessments, ensuring equipment readiness, and keeping family members informed about the surgery's progress. Additionally, you will be expected to directly assist the surgeon during procedures. Success in this role demands the ability to multitask effectively, maintain composure under pressure, and demonstrate sound judgment in emergency scenarios. Responsibilities: - Assist surgeon and surgical team in the OR - Care for patients before, during, and after procedures - Develop and implement nursing care plan for surgical patients - Ensure operating rooms are prepped with all necessary equipment and supplies - Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000. Job Requirements Minimum: - ADN, Diploma, or Foreign Equivalent - AZ RN license or RN License from a Compact State - American Heart Association BLS certification - American Heart Association ACLS certification within 60 days of hire Preferred: - BSN - One year recent acute care experience Where You'll Work Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 450 bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality tertiary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute , Norton Thoracic Heart and Lung Institute , The University of Arizona Cancer Center at St. Joseph's , and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital, and a partnership with The University of Arizona Cancer Center. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix, area. More than 117 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies. Look for us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. For the health of our community we are proud to announce that we are a tobacco-free campus. Pay Range $35.00 - $58.63 /hour

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