Travel Surgical Technologist
Fort Myers, FL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,170/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) Open Heart Nurse in en_US This position involves providing specialized nursing care in the operating room focusing on open heart procedures. The role requires supporting cardiac and heavy cardiovascular surgeries within a healthcare facility on a dayshift schedule with varied start times, including on-call duties.
Job Details
- Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: CST preferred; 2 years experience working in a CVOR, with heavy cardiac/oceanic experience required; BLS certification required; prior travel experience required.
- Schedule: 12-hour dayshift with varied start times, minimum of 36 hours per week, including approximately one weekend per month and 1 to 2 days end of shift to 6:30 am; call required.
- Responsibilities include providing specialized perioperative nursing care for cardiac surgery patients, functioning as a core team member, and floating to other sister campuses if necessary.
- Additional Information: Hard document deadline is Monday prior to start; all demographic information must be provided at submission; RTO requests must be on submission; culture fit and integration into the team are emphasized.
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 Fort Myers, FL
As a travel nurse in Fort Myers, FL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Fort Myers is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows are around 53°F, making it an ideal winter getaway with year-round warm weather.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fort Myers, especially in popular tourist areas and near the beaches.
- Fort Myers is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around the city and exploring the surrounding areas.
- Fort Myers has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the local flora and fauna.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Fort Myers offers a variety of activities including exploring the winter homes of Henry Ford and Thomas Edison, visiting the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, enjoying the beaches at Lynn Hall Memorial Park and Lover's Key State Park, and experiencing the local art, music, and sports scenes.
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