Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona is recruiting an experienced Registered Nurse for its Operating Room — a specialty cardiac and vascular surgical environment at one of the region's most established heart hospitals. Since 1998, this facility has operated at the forefront of cardiovascular diagnosis, intervention, and surgical care, offering OR nurses direct exposure to advanced cardiac and vascular procedures alongside some of the most experienced cardiovascular physicians in the Southwest. This is a direct-employment staff RN role within a team-driven, evidence-based practice culture that supports both new graduates and seasoned clinicians.
Perks and Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Dedicated cardiac and vascular surgical hospital — one of the Phoenix area's leading facilities for heart and vascular disease diagnosis and treatment since 1998
- OR nursing role with individualized, age-specific, direct patient care responsibilities across the perioperative continuum
- Interdisciplinary care coordination with physicians, surgical teams, and ancillary staff throughout each case
- Nursing practice grounded in evidence-based treatment protocols and personalized patient care models
- Access to some of the most advanced cardiovascular equipment and surgical techniques available in the region
- Charge nurse responsibilities available on a shift basis for qualified candidates
- Hourly rounding and ongoing systematic evaluation of nursing practice and patient goal attainment are standard expectations
- Fast-paced surgical environment with a strong emphasis on patient safety, team communication, and independent clinical judgment
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse license to practice in the State of Arizona required
- Nursing degree from an accredited nursing school required; BSN preferred
- Current BLS/CPR certification required; ACLS required or must be obtained within the orientation period as applicable to the OR/PACU setting
- PACU-assigned nurses: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire; PALS preferred
- Minimum one year of acute care experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical foundations will be considered
- Specialty certification in perioperative or relevant area of practice preferred
- Effective interpersonal skills, strong customer service orientation, and ability to perform in a high-acuity, fast-paced surgical environment
- Basic computer proficiency required
About the Community
Phoenix is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States, offering a dynamic combination of urban amenities, year-round sunshine, and outdoor recreation across the Sonoran Desert. The greater Phoenix metro provides access to world-class dining, professional sports, a thriving arts scene, and proximity to destinations including Sedona, the Grand Canyon, and Scottsdale. Housing remains comparatively affordable relative to other major Sun Belt metros, and the region's strong school systems and family-friendly communities make it an attractive long-term destination for healthcare professionals at any career stage.