RN / REGISTERED NURSE - CVOR

Beebe Healthcare Lewes, DE 19958, US

$38 - $62.70 / hour

Why Beebe?

Become part of the Beebe team—an inclusive, mission‑driven organization located in a vibrant coastal community. At Beebe, you’ll build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact on the health and well‑being of our patients. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care, and experience the fulfillment that comes from supporting a community that trusts and values the work you do every day.

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:

Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
Paid Time Off
Long Term Sick accrual
Employer Contribution Plan
Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
College Bound 529 Savings Plan
Life Insurance
Beebe Perks via WorkAdvantage
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance

Overview

The CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) is a highly skilled perioperative professional responsible for providing exceptional nursing care to patients undergoing cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures. Utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, the CVOR RN delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout the perioperative experience. This role collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure the highest standards of patient safety, clinical excellence, and surgical outcomes. The ideal candidate demonstrates advanced knowledge of cardiovascular procedures, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment.

Responsibilities

Deliver specialized perioperative nursing care for patients undergoing cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical procedures.
Assess patients' perioperative status and apply advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to anticipate procedural needs and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Competently perform both scrub and circulating nurse roles during cardiovascular surgical procedures.
Utilize the nursing process to provide comprehensive patient care, including assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation throughout the surgical experience.
Collect, interpret, document, and communicate pertinent patient information to support safe and effective intraoperative care.
Maintain thorough, accurate, and complete documentation of all aspects of intraoperative patient care.
Demonstrate expertise in patient positioning to facilitate surgical access and the successful placement of cardiac and perfusion lines while ensuring patient safety.
Assist with and verify surgical counts, including sponges, sharps, instruments, and miscellaneous items, in accordance with established policies and regulatory standards.
Operate and maintain sterilization equipment, including autoclaves and Steris systems, following established guidelines and protocols.
Perform required biological testing and maintain complete documentation for sterilization, flash sterilization, and Steris cycles.
Ensure proper handling, assembly, care, and processing of surgical instruments to maintain sterility and equipment integrity.
Maintain accountability for the appropriate use, care, and management of departmental supplies, instruments, and equipment while promoting cost-effective resource utilization.
Collaborate with cardiac surgical team members to develop and maintain accurate, up-to-date surgeon preference cards reflecting procedural advancements and changing physician preferences.
Demonstrate strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, prioritization, and time management skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Respond rapidly and effectively to emergent and urgent surgical situations, ensuring readiness to provide exceptional patient care with minimal notice.
Continuously monitor patient condition throughout procedures and promptly address changes in clinical status.
Support accurate patient charging and billing processes by maintaining detailed case documentation and communicating pertinent information to post-procedure data personnel.
Promote operational efficiency through effective room turnover practices, including procedure preparation, room cleanup, contamination control, and timely communication with OR leadership.
Work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, perfusionists, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Maintain compliance with organizational policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
Successfully fulfill Clinical Ladder II responsibilities and professional development expectations as outlined by organizational guidelines.

Qualifications

Cardiovascular experience is required.
Must possess current hospital experience (within the past 5 years) or be a new graduate (within the last 2 years).
Must complete Point of Care Testing training as part of Department Orientation.
Must be knowledgeable regarding the nursing process and its application--assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Credentials

RN - Registered Nurse
BLS - Basic Life Saving certification

Education

RN, graduate of an accredited nursing program

Entry

USD $38.00/Hr.

Max

USD $62.70/Hr.

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