Travel Contract

CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse
Iowa City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,990/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date08/10/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
This opportunity is for an Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Open Heart procedures at a healthcare facility in Iowa City, Iowa. The position involves performing scrubbing duties in a cardiovascular operating room setting, with a focus on adult cardiac surgery including cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular, and transplant cases. The RN will work primarily during night shifts and be involved in complex surgical procedures requiring specialized skills.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: Nights, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications: Valid RN license; at least 2 years of strong cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) nursing experience; scrubbing experience in cardiac surgeries including adult open heart, or scrubbing skills checklist demonstrating expertise in assisting with heart surgeries; experience in large level 1 or level 2 trauma settings; proficiency in OR scrubbing skills checklist must be included in submittal packet.
  • Specialty: Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH)
  • Experience: Minimum 0 years (additional experience preferred but not required for eligibility)
  • Location: 200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, Iowa 52242
  • Travel Required: No
  • Float Required: No
  • Additional Information: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular, and transplant (heart and lung) procedures, with a specific focus on scrubbing skills in cardiac surgery. A scrubbing checklist must be included to verify skill set.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1282549. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room Open Heart

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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About Iowa City, IA

As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Iowa City, IA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 84°F and winter lows of 14°F.
  • Expect warm summers and cold winters.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near the university.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with ample parking.
  • Limited public transportation options, but the compact size makes it bike-friendly.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include allergies, respiratory conditions, and obesity.
  • Iowa City has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Things to Do
  • Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, college sports events, and numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports near the Iowa River.
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