CVOR Registered Nurse
Augusta, GA
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus
$2,392/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration14 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Retention bonus
- Weekly pay
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Relocation bonus
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Discount program
Description
There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.
Most of them can submit you to a job.
The difference is what happens after you click apply.
At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.
We do the boring stuff well.
We answer fast.
We tell the truth.
We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.
And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.
We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.
We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.
That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.
Our rule is simple:
No one gets burned.
If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.
We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.
CVOR Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position
Location: Augusta, Georgia
Contract Length: 14 weeks
Job Summary
- Specialty: Registered Nurse (CVOR)
- Patient Population: Adults to Geriatrics
- Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM)
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:1
- Unit Systems: Epic (preferred), Pyxis
- Scrubs: OR scrubs provided by facility
- Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
- Floating: Rarely may float to Main OR
- Call Requirements:
- Overnight call ~ 2 times per week after shift
- Regular day call ~ 1 time per month (13-15 working days per month)
- Approximately 2 weekend call shifts per assignment
- Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
- Holidays: Expected to work major holidays if they fall during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day)
- Orientation: Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Georgia
- CVOR (2 years of experience)
- CVOR experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Health and Compliance Requirements
- Background check completed within 30 days prior to start (including education verification)
- Physical exam within 12 months prior to start (agency requirement)
- Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days prior to start (includes amphetamines, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, cocaine, opiates, methadone, PCP, propoxyphene, THC)
- Immunizations and Titers:
- TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSpot) within 12 months or chest x-ray if positive history
- TB Questionnaire updated annually
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters if needed
- Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters if needed
- Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
- Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
- Must review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start
Documentation and Verification
- Two clinical references required (agency requirement)
- Skills checklist updated within 12 months
- Verification of most recent employer required (can be pending at start with proof of processing)
- Education verification required; can be pending at start with proof of processing (due within 30 days post start)
Additional Notes
- Locals accepted at same rate
- Compliance with all requirements is mandatory to start on time; delays in compliance may result in assignment start being pushed back by two weeks due to orientation scheduling
- RTO blackout dates during Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
- Candidate must be prepared for clinical screening and final manager approval before assignment confirmation
This position is ideal for experienced CVOR RNs with endovascular skills seeking a travel contract in Georgia.
Employer
Wayward Medical
Wayward Sounds...
Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.
Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.
We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.
Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.
Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.
Built for travelers who want:
- Rural adventure
- A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
- A career that feels meaningful
About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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