CVOR RN Educator
Washington, DC
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,134/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Job Opportunity: Educator (Registered Nurse)
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 5x8 hours (7:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 40 hours
Job Description
- Role: CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) RN Educator
- Responsibilities include educating and supporting staff in a large cardiovascular program that handles transplants, VADs (ventricular assist devices), heart failure, aortic work, robotic surgery, and possibly congenital heart surgery.
- Must have strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Expected to have experience creating competencies and knowledge of standards.
- Work location within a 60-mile travel radius.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in District of Columbia
- CVOR (3 years of experience)
- CVOR experience within the last year
- One completed travel assignment
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- NIHSS
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Compliance & Documentation Requirements
- Background Checks:
- Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in the past 7 years.
- Ongoing monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
- Employment History:
- Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps.
- Two positive supervisory references supporting at least two years of experience within the last three years.
- Drug Screening:
- Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana).
- Health Requirements:
- Annual physical exam confirming ability to work without accommodations and free from communicable disease.
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; annual TB questionnaire required.
- Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B.
- Tdap vaccine within the last 10 years preferred.
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
- N95 fit test within 9 months of start, updated annually (client may complete onsite if needed).
Competency Requirements
- Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (score 80% or higher) within 3 years of start.
- Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam with specific scoring requirements, updated annually, required for cardiac and critical care specialties.
- Other unit-specific certifications as applicable (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC) based on unit assignment.
Additional Notes
- Valid driver’s license required if driving on behalf of the employer is an essential job function.
- Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start date is mandatory.
- Annual acknowledgment of safety manual required.
This position is ideal for an experienced CVOR RN with strong perioperative skills, prior travel experience, and a commitment to education and standards in a high-acuity cardiovascular surgical environment.
Employer
PRIDE Health
59 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
About Washington, DC
As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Washington, DC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Washington, DC is higher than the national average, particularly in terms of housing and transportation.
- Wages are generally higher to compensate for the increased cost of living.
- The average high temperature in summer is around 88°F (31°C), while the average low temperature in winter is around 27°F (-3°C).
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Washington, DC, but they may be relatively more expensive due to the high demand in the area.
- Washington, DC is known for its public transportation system, including the Metro rail and bus services.
- The city is also pedestrian-friendly, but owning a car can be convenient for exploring the surrounding areas.
- Washington, DC is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to environmental factors.
- The city has a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- Washington, DC offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, as well as numerous cultural attractions such as museums, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy various recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts have access to parks and outdoor spaces within the city.
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