Open Heart Operating Room RN
Houston, TX
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,143/weekOverview
- Start Date03/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Travel RN Opportunity - Operating Room (Open Heart)
Location: Kingwood, Texas
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Information
- Unit: Operating Room (Open Heart)
- Number of Beds: 457
- Number of ORs: 14 (including 1 Open Heart Room; coordinating for 2 Open Hearts)
- Staff: 8 total (4 RNs, 4 Techs)
- Shifts:
- Day Shift: 7 AM - 3 PM with call coverage after 3 PM and weekend call
- Night Shift: Call coverage only
- Patient Ratio: 1:1
- Equipment: Standard OR equipment
- EMR System: Meditech
Required Skills & Experience
- Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Minimum Years of Experience: 1 year in specialty
- Required Skills:
- Open Heart experience
- Cardiothoracic service line experience
- Preferred Skills (not required but preferred):
- Experience in other OR service lines such as Trauma, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Plastics
- Staff may be floated to other ORs when no open heart cases are scheduled
Typical Procedures Performed
- CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting) with and without Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
- Impella device management
- Pericardial windows
- Valve replacements
- ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)
Certifications Required
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- Registered Nurse License
Work Environment & Additional Information
- Floating Area: Operating Room
- Dress Code: Navy Blue scrubs
- Personality Fit: Dependability and flexibility are essential
- Call: Call assistance required including weekends and holidays
Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role.
Employer
Host Healthcare
223 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I’ve been working with Joey for several months before we finally landed on this assignment, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a better recruiter. He really takes the time to listen to what I’m looking for and makes a real effort to find opportunities that match my preferences and goals. I never felt pressured into taking something that wasn’t right for me. This whole experience has been smooth and positive because of his support, communication, and patience throughout the process. I’m very grateful to have him as my recruiter and would definitely recommend him to other nurses.
Cons
None.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About Houston, TX
As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:- Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
- Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
- Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
- Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
- Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
- Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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