Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Kansas City, MO
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Kansas City, MO — 13-week travel nurse opportunity at a Level 1 trauma center with a nationally recognized heart program. Ideal for experienced cardiovascular OR/perioperative RNs seeking travel nursing jobs in Missouri.

Kansas City, MO 64132 is renowned for its vibrant culture, thriving arts scene, and world-class dining. The city boasts beautiful parks, lively entertainment districts, and iconic attractions such as the Country Club Plaza, Union Station, and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Enjoy easy access to local jazz music, barbecue cuisine, and a welcoming community, making Kansas City an exciting destination for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and memorable experiences.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,370 - $2,500
• Location: Kansas City, MO 64132 — Kansas City nursing jobs, Missouri travel nurse opportunity
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 13, 2026)
• Shift: 10-hour days (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM), Monday–Friday
• Hours per Week: 40
• On Call: Night and weekend on-call shifts required
• Unit: CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room), 15 ORs — Cardiac OR, perioperative RN role
• Patient Ratio: 1:1
• Documentation System: Meditech

Job Requirements

• Active RN license (Missouri or multi-state compact eligible preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date)
• Minimum 1 year recent CVOR experience, including cardiac surgeries (CABG, valve replacements, DaVinci-assisted thoracoscopy)
• Competency leading or supporting Robotic, Total Joint, Neuro/Spine, Burn, and Vascular Surgery cases
• Experience in a similar-sized facility with comparable surgical services

Key Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative nursing care in the cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) for cardiac and complex surgical cases
• Scrub and second-assist duties: sponging, suctioning, cutting suture, holding retractors, and manipulating endoscopic/robotic camera systems
• Handle instruments, supplies, and equipment required during heart and vascular surgical procedures
• Anticipate surgeon needs, maintain the sterile field, and ensure patient safety and adherence to OR protocols
• Perform advanced procedures across specialties: cardiac, vascular, neuro/spine, trauma, ortho, burn, ENT, transplant, and robotic-assisted surgeries
• Float to main OR when CVOR caseload is light
• Participate in scheduled night and weekend on-call rotations

Join a collaborative surgical team using state-of-the-art technology in vibrant Kansas City. This travel nurse CVOR RN role is an excellent fit for experienced cardiac OR and perioperative nurses. Apply now to be considered for this 13-week travel assignment in Kansas City, MO — immediate openings available.

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