Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Elk Grove Village, IL
First Connect Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,268/week

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Overview

Start Date10/12/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

10% higher than average Registered Nurse / Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse pay in Illinois

Estimated total pay

$3,268/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,000/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$2,268/week

Benefits

Sick pay
401k retirement plan
Weekly pay
Referral bonus

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🔥 HIGH-PAY DAY-SHIFT CARDIOVASCULAR OPERATING ROOM (CVOR) RN CONTRACT – ASCENSION ALEXIAN BROTHERS

First Connect Health has an immediate 13-week travel contract opening for an experienced Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Registered Nurse (RN) in Elk Grove Village, Illinois (Greater Chicago Northwest Suburbs). Operating within the specialized cardiac surgical suites at Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center, this position features a desirable 5x8 early daytime schedule (06:00 AM - 14:30 PM / 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday). If you are a dedicated perioperative open-heart nurse skilled in circulating complex cardiovascular, thoracic, and vascular cases looking to earn an outstanding $3,268/week with maximum tax-free stipends, this premier Illinois assignment is built for you!

💰 PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

Weekly Gross: $3,268.00
Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $2,268.00
Hourly W2 Rate: $25.00/hr (40 regular hours)
Overtime Rate: $37.50/hr

📅 SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

Schedule: Day shifts, 5x8-Hours (06:00 AM - 14:30 PM / 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday – Friday).
Guaranteed Hours: 40 regular hours guaranteed weekly.
On-Call Requirements: Departmental CVOR call rotation for off-shifts and weekends as scheduled by surgical services.
Work Setting & Procedural Scope: Main Operating Room (Operating Room 001). Managing high-complexity open-heart cases, adult cardiac surgery, CABG, valve replacements/repairs, aortic procedures, vascular reconstructions, and thoracic surgery.
Core Competencies: Circulating open-heart procedures, sterile field oversight, surgical time-out protocols, intraoperative medication delivery, blood salvage/administration, and emergency cardiovascular interventions.
EMR System: Cerner (Ascension Cerner test-out completed during onboarding).

🚨 REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of dedicated clinical CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) RN circulating experience in an acute care hospital setting.
Licensure: Active Illinois RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License in hand at submittal.
Certifications Required:
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
Onboarding Testing: Standard Ascension compliance modules, specialty/pharmacology/EKG exams, and core competencies.

✨ WORK WITH FIRST CONNECT HEALTH Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized perioperative recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate document checklist mapping, and fast-track your profile straight to the hiring manager for prioritized interview review!

👉 Click "Apply Now" to complete your screening and secure your October 11th start date!

📍 Location Details: Assignment is located at Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center, 800 Biesterfield Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (Dept: Operating Room 001 - 15130). ⏱️ Assignment Timeline: 13-week contract running from October 11, 2026, through January 09, 2027. 📞 Call Rotation Notice: Candidate must agree to participate in the CVOR surgical team call rotation (weekday nights and weekend coverage). 📋 Submittal Rules & Compliance: Active IL single-state or Compact RN license, BLS, and ACLS must be active and attached at submission. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the profile packet.

Employer

First Connect Health

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3 nurses recommend working with First Connect Health

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About

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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