Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Wausau, WI
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,955/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) RN in a rotating shift schedule at the healthcare provider's facility. Responsible for supporting anesthesia providers during a variety of cardiac, trauma, elective, and general surgeries across multiple specialty areas. The role requires resilience, excellent work ethic, and strong critical thinking skills to adapt to a dynamic surgical environment.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, 8 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week.
- Required Qualifications: WI Registered Nurse (RN) license or compact RN license, AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), associates or bachelors degree in nursing, minimum 3 years of Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) experience with anesthesia, or ICU/ER RN with anesthesia experience, prior travel experience preferred, Epic charting experience required, vehicle required for response time.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with conscious sedation, assisting with intubations, fiber optic scopes, sterile techniques with central lines, invasive line placement, and use of anesthesia equipment such as Belmont, Cell Saver, Swan Ganz catheters.
- Responsibilities include assisting in cardiothoracic surgeries, trauma, elective, and general procedures, supporting anesthesia providers in various tasks, and managing downtime tasks as needed.
- Unit details include 21 Operating Rooms covering all specialties, with 4-5 rooms assigned daily.
- Scrub colors will be provided.
- Orientation: Two-week training period with additional anesthesia skills training as needed.
- Shift notes: Various day shifts, 8 hours, during holidays every other.
- Additional notes: Compliance with facility policies, including vaccination requirements, is mandatory.
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 Wausau, WI
As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Wausau, WI here's what you should know:- Wausau's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Wausau experiences cold winters with average lows around 8°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Wausau, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Wausau is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Wausau has a predominantly white population with a growing Hispanic community.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population being over 65.
- Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wausau offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and national chains.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with opportunities to explore music, theater, and visual arts.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby natural areas.
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