CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse
Carbondale, IL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,750/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
An Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) professional is needed in Carbondale, Illinois. This position involves providing specialized surgical care in the operating room environment with a focus on open heart procedures. The role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic clinical setting, supporting patient recovery and surgical teams during complex procedures.
Job Details:
- Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts, days, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Illinois Registered Nurse license, current CPR/BLS Card, ACLS certification.
- Additional Information: The position requires floating to clinically appropriate units as needed, within the clinician's scope of practice, licensure, and demonstrated competencies. The role involves working in an operating room setting with open heart procedures, with a start date of 08/24/2026.
- Location: 405 W Jackson St, Carbondale, Illinois, 62901
- Experience: 1 year of experience required; minimum of 0 years experience accepted.
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 Carbondale, IL
As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Carbondale, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carbondale, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carbondale experiences hot summers with average highs around 88°F and cold winters with average lows around 21°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carbondale, IL, and they are relatively easy to find due to the university presence in the area.
- Carbondale is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited but available for those who prefer not to drive.
- Carbondale has a diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the university.
- Carbondale offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports at nearby lakes.
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