Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Santa Monica, CA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,735/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The operating room with open heart experience is located in a hospital setting in Santa Monica, California. This position requires a Certified Registered Nurse (RN) with a specialty in operating room open heart procedures. Candidates must possess a valid California license and bring their license on the first day. The role involves working in a high-acuity environment, providing advanced cardiac surgical care, and supporting complex procedures including coronary artery bypass grafts, valve replacements, TAVRs, and septal defect repairs.
Job Details:
- Shift: 8 hours per shift with specific on-call requirements, including two primary weekday calls (11:30 PM 6:00 AM) in the 6-week call cycle, two secondary weekday calls, and up to two primary weekend calls (12-hour shifts).
- Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in operating room open heart procedures, with one year of charge nurse experience, and at least one year of travel experience. Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications are required. Licensure in California is mandatory and must be in hand at time of application.
- Skills: Experience with atrial septal defect repair, coronary artery bypass grafts, Maze procedures, mitral valve replacement, TAVRs, infection control, laser safety, radiation safety, specimen handling, universal protocol, and wound management is required.
- Additional Requirements: Candidates must have completed a minimum of 16 hours of pre-start modules, be willing to work holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, New Years Day), and provide two references covering the past three years. A valid LA fire card within 30 days is required.
- Experience & Documentation: Applicants should have worked at a healthcare facility in a similar setting and provide responses regarding previous employment at a Providence facility, if applicable.
- Schedule & Coverage: The role involves working at least 40 hours per week, with availability to float between facilities within California as needed.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Santa Monica, CA
As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Santa Monica, CA here's what you should know:- Santa Monica's cost of living is higher than the national average.
- Wages may be higher to match the increased cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 75-85°F, while winter lows are around 45-55°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but they may be more expensive and in high demand due to the popular tourist destination.
- Santa Monica is car-friendly, but also has a well-developed public transportation system with buses and light rail.
- Santa Monica is diverse with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal location.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities.
- Santa Monica offers a variety of activities including beachfront restaurants, art galleries at Bergamot Station, live music, water sports, and outdoor activities like hiking and biking.
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