Cardiovascular Operating Room Circulator Nurse. Hickory LilyLifestyle

Overview

Cardiovascular Operating Room Circulator Nurse position available at Mission Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare. Eligible for a sign‑on bonus with a two‑year commitment.

Schedule:

6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Mission Hospital is located in Asheville, North Carolina.

• Evaluate patients pre‑surgery.
• Provide patient and family education on procedures and the peri‑operative process.
• Prepare patients, including administering IV therapy, preoperative medications, and verifying surgical sites.
• Conduct surgical site verifications, following hospital policies for briefing, time‑out, debriefing, and universal protocols.
• Recognize and respond effectively to patient emergencies.
• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while embracing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including providers, surgeons, and surgical technologists.
• Consistently apply nursing processes and critical thinking to deliver safe nursing care independently.
• Monitor patient conditions and document changes accurately.
• Educate patients and their families about medical conditions and treatment plans.

• Required Experience: Minimum 1 year of nursing and/or CVOR/OR experience.
• Preferred Experience: Background in cardiac or critical care nursing.
• Required
  
  Education:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing or enrollment in a BSN or advanced degree program, obtaining BSN within 5 years of hire date. RNs with 10+ years of experience are exempt.
• Preferred Education: Master's in Nursing.
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  Current licensure as a registered nurse with the North Carolina Board of Nursing, BLS, and ACLS.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health.
• Wellbeing support: Free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off: Vacation, sick leave, and paid family leave.
• Savings and retirement programs: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and financial wellness counseling.
• Education support: Tuition assistance and certification support.
• Additional benefits: Fertility assistance, life insurance, and more.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility: Current HCA employees or those employed by HCA within the last 6 months are ineligible.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on race, religion, gender, age, or other status.