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Nurse Surgery
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Las Vegas, NV, 89113
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 75.01-78.01 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The OR Registered Nurse provides peri-operative care for patients undergoing surgical procedures. The registered nurse employs critical thinking to integrate objective data with knowledge gained from an assessment of the subjective experiences of patients. Registered nurses use this critical thinking process to apply the best available evidence and research data to the processes of diagnosis and treatment. Nurses continually evaluate quality and effectiveness of nursing practice and seek to optimize outcomes.
- Medical/clinical knowledge, technical and clinical skills, clinical judgment, interpersonal skills and communication as indicated in the current Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals are essential components of nursing practice.
- This position is represented by CNA and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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Job Requirements
Minimum:
- One (1) year of general operating room experience as an RN or hospital approved peri-operative course. May consider any experience in an Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) where procedures are performed that have the same acuity level or level of complexity as an acute care facility.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Ability to work in a high stress environment.
- RN - Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nevada.
- CT CPRBLS - Basic Life Support – AHA
- CT CPRACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support – AHA
- CT CPRPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support – AHA
- Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Preferred:
- Two (2) years OR experience.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Computer skills desired.
- CNOR Certification.
As the community’s only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system; Dignity Health Nevada has been guided by the vision and core values of the Adrian Dominican Sisters for more than 70 years. As the Henderson and Las Vegas communities grow, Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican facilities and its more than 3,400 employees will continue the Sisters’ mission of serving people in need. St. Rose Dominican is a member of Dignity Health, one of the nation’s largest healthcare systems, a 22-state network of more than 9,000 physicians, 60,000 employees, and 400 care centers, including hospitals, urgent and occupational care, imaging and surgery centers, home health, and primary care clinics. Headquartered in San Francisco, Dignity Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality, and affordable patient-centered care with special attention to the poor and underserved. You can also follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
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Frequently asked questions
In Las Vegas, Nurse Surgery roles typically require current Nevada RN licensure plus certifications like AHA Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Holding a CNOR credential can enhance surgical nursing expertise, making candidates stand out in a competitive market.
Surgical nurses in Las Vegas handle peri-operative care that demands quick decision-making and adaptability. Their daily tasks range from pre-operative assessments to post-op monitoring, often under high stress, reflecting the city’s busy healthcare environment and diverse patient needs.
Las Vegas surgical nurses often deal with a high patient volume including complex cases due to the city's large and growing population. Additionally, maintaining quarterly American Heart Association resuscitation certifications is mandatory, emphasizing ongoing skill refinement unique to this locale.
Catholic Health Initiatives integrates faith-based values with clinical excellence in its Nurse Surgery roles, fostering compassionate care. The organization supports continuous education like internal AHA resuscitation certification, which is a distinctive commitment compared to other regional employers.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, Nurse Surgery professionals benefit from a faith-driven culture paired with access to extensive resources and training. This environment prioritizes both clinical skill enhancement and holistic growth, supporting nurses in advancing their surgical nursing careers.
Nurse Surgery salaries in Las Vegas generally fall between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, factoring in experience and certifications. This range aligns with regional healthcare demand, reflecting competitive compensation to attract skilled peri-operative nursing professionals.
Las Vegas shows steady demand for surgery nursing roles, but competition can be intense due to multiple healthcare providers. Nurses with specialized certifications and experience in ambulatory surgical centers often have an edge in securing positions within this vibrant job market.
Mastering clinical judgment, technical proficiency in peri-operative procedures, and effective communication are pivotal. Given the complexity of surgeries in Las Vegas facilities, surgical nurses must also excel in critical thinking and stress management to ensure patient safety and care quality.
Indeed, experience in ambulatory surgical centers is highly regarded at Catholic Health Initiatives, especially when procedures match acute care complexity. Such background demonstrates versatility and readiness for the peri-operative demands typical in their surgical nursing positions.
The role emphasizes a faith-based, community-centered approach to healthcare, fostering a supportive and mission-driven atmosphere. This culture encourages nurses to deliver compassionate surgical care while engaging in continuous improvement aligned with the organization’s core values.