CVOR Registered Nurse
Newark, NJ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Newark, New Jersey
Specialty: Registered Nurse
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Primary Unit: Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
• Float: Main OR, primarily Orthopedic & General Surgery cases
• Experience Required:

  • Minimum 2.5+ years of OR experience
  • Circulating nurse required; Scrub nurse preferred
  • Some transplant experience required (cardiac, lung, kidney highly preferred)
• Types of Cases:

  • Valve replacement, coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), TAVR, dissection, VATS
  • Main OR cases: General surgery, orthopedic surgery, standard cardiac surgeries (CABG, AVR, MVR), TAVR, TCAR, TEVAR, VATS, VADs
  • Endovascular and vascular experience required (e.g., Endovascular AAA, carotid endarterectomy, arteriogram, angiogram, TCAR, AV fistula, fem-pop bypass)
• On-Call Requirements:

  • 24-hour on-call on one weekend per month (Saturday/Sunday)
  • 8-hour on-call shifts on two weekdays (either 3-11 pm or 11 am-7 pm)
• Charting System: EPIC/OR Manager (PICIS)
• Additional Info:

  • First-time travelers accepted
  • Scrubs provided
  • Block/special scheduling requires prior approval
  • Return to Office (RTO) must be included with submission

Required Credentials & Compliance

Licensure & Verification

• Valid RN license with legal last name matching documentation
• NURSYS verification as applicable
• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history
• Work history verification required for New Jersey candidates (minimum 1 year prior verified, allowing 30-day gaps or less)
• Two references within last 2 years (one managerial)

Certifications (as applicable)

• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all RNs
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for adult critical care units, ED, PCU, L&D, outpatient surgery, RN managers; NOT required for CVOR RN
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for ED, outpatient surgery, PACU, PICU, pediatrics; NOT required for CVOR RN
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required for L&D, NICU, mother-baby units; NOT required for CVOR RN
• Chemotherapy Certification: Required if applicable (ONS/ONCC for adults, APHON for pediatrics)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB): Required for ER, Pediatric ER, Behavioral Health RNs
• NIH Stroke Certification: Required for adult critical care, ED, telemetry, MS/Tele, cath lab units; not required for CVOR RN
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM): Required for L&D and mother-baby units only
• Tech Certifications: As applicable for allied health professionals

Competency Exams & Testing

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required for all RNs and LPNs
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for critical care, ED, telemetry, cath lab, and educators
• Color Blind Testing (if job tasks require color discrimination)
• Pass/Fail testing for EKG and medication knowledge with remediation policy

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Within 12 months, must clear candidate to perform essential job functions and be free of communicable disease
• TB Testing: Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes; additional clearance for history of positive TB
• Drug Screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 30 days of start
• Immunizations & Titers:

  • Influenza vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) immunity proof required
  • Varicella immunity proof required
  • Hepatitis B immunity or vaccine compliance required
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within last 10 years
• Fit Testing: On-site N-95 respirator fit test required if job duties require respirator use
• Latex Allergy Screening: Required if job tasks involve glove use
• Respiratory Medical Clearance: Required prior to start for respirator use
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination: Mandatory during flu season (Sept-April) unless exempted

Facility & Orientation Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific orientation and safety manuals
• Annual education sign-off and competency validation
• Background checks including criminal, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and state-specific exclusions within 30 days of start
• Vendor medical clearance form if history of positive TB
• Annual training on OSHA, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards
• Completion of required online training modules (e.g., Iron Temple for MAB certification) as applicable

Summary

This travel Registered Nurse position in Newark, NJ requires strong OR experience, especially in cardiovascular and transplant-related surgeries, with circulating nurse skills mandatory. The role involves on-call duties including weekends and evenings. Candidates must meet extensive credentialing, certification, health, and compliance requirements consistent with RWJBarnabas Health standards. First-time travelers are welcome, and scrubs are provided.

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