Travel Contract

CVOR Registered Nurse
Sacramento, CA
Olaro
5x8 hrs, Days, On call

$3,712/week

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays, On call
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$3,712/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $2,060/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,652/week

Description

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - CVOR

Location

  • Sacramento, California

Job Type

  • Travel assignment

Contract Length

  • 13 weeks

Specialty

  • Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)

Required Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of CVOR nursing experience

Required Certifications and Licenses

  • Active California RN license
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Job Description

  • Must scrub in CVOR cases
  • 8-hour shifts with call if cases run long
  • Schedule posted for two pay periods; weekend coverage required for approximately 3 shifts per month
  • One weekend call per month
  • Overnight call once a week
  • Rotate holidays with core staff
  • Must be able to read and interpret EKG strips (Telemetry)
  • Ventilator experience preferred but not required
  • Work in a fast-paced, busy OR environment with 4 suites
  • Typical surgeries include CABG, valve surgeries, and other heart surgeries (no thoracic)
  • Surgeon available 24/7 during regular hours; on call overnight and weekends
  • Support staff includes CSTs (nurse aides), RT available 24/7, and pharmacy 24/7
  • No IV team support
  • Floor-specific orientation: 1-2 days in OR with preceptor

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in California
  • Minimum 2 years of CVOR nursing experience, with CVOR experience within the last year
  • BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
  • ACLS certification
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Requirements

  • Two supervisory references required at time of submittal (one within 12 months, one within 3 years)
  • First-time travelers are acceptable

Work Environment

  • Cerner EMR system
  • Scrub color provided
  • Charge nurse oversees overall OR
  • Must be confident and experienced in CVOR skills

Weekend and Call Requirements

  • Cover approximately 3 weekend shifts per month (1.5 weekends)
  • One weekend call per month
  • Overnight call once a week

Note: Prior travel experience is not required for this position.

Employer

Olaro

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Pros

Fast, proactive, excellent results!

Cons

No cons. He’s a pro.

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Olaro Company Description


Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied health

professionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped clinicians

expand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, career

goals, and personal ambitions.


At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offer

competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiences

that build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlined

onboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guide

by your side.


Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, or

achieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help you

thrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.

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About Sacramento, CA

As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
  • Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
  • Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
  • Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
  • Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
  • Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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