CVOR Registered Nurse
Santa Monica, CA
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Santa Monica, California

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Block scheduling available per manager discretion. 1:1 patient ratio. On-call requirements include 2 primary weekday calls (2230-0600), 2 secondary weekday calls (2230-0600), 2 primary weekend calls (12-hour shifts), and 2 secondary weekend calls (12-hour shifts) within a 6-week call cycle. Up to 2 weekend shifts per month. Orientation: 36 hours.

Highlights:

• Beachside acute care hospital with 266 staffed beds
• Epic charting system
• CVOR program includes TAVR procedures (approximately 3 per week on standby in Cath Lab), coronary artery bypass grafts, valve replacements, atrial septal defect repairs, and MAZE procedures
• Cross-training opportunity to general, orthopedic, spine, and robotic cases in main OR when CVOR cases are not scheduled
• Interdisciplinary support including IV teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretaries
• Patient population includes adults and geriatrics

Requirements:

• Active California RN license (must be in hand prior to submission)
• Minimum 2 years of CVOR experience required; first-time travelers not accepted
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Experience with coronary artery bypass grafts, valve replacements, TAVR, and cardiac surgical procedures
• Proficiency with cell saver, blood product administration, fire safety, laser safety, radiation safety, infection control, specimen handling, universal protocol, and wound management
• Epic or comparable charting system experience required
• LA County Fire Card (obtained within the last 30 days)
• Ability to float to main OR for general, orthopedic, spine, or robotic cases
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year within the last 3 years

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the unique advantage of working in a beautiful beachside setting while developing diverse skill sets across both cardiovascular and general operating room specialties. The smaller cardiac program provides a balanced workflow with opportunities to expand your experience in orthopedic, spine, and robotic surgery, making this an excellent choice for CVOR nurses seeking variety and professional growth. With strong interdisciplinary support and state-of-the-art technology including Epic charting, you'll deliver exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment.