CVOR Registered Nurse
Ann Arbor, Michigan
University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers

Job Opportunity: CVOR Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Shift: Day/Evening rotating shifts (2x8-hour and 2x12-hour shifts) with option for 5x8-hour shifts
• Day and evening shift rotation is required
• Call requirements: 2-4 weeknights and 1-2 weekends of call per 4-week schedule
• Patient population: Adult cardiac surgery, vascular, and thoracic patients with complex and high acuity cases
• Procedures include:

  • Cardiac: Cardiac surgery, Aortic Aneurysm Repair, MVR, AVR, CABG, ECMO, Heart Transplant, MAZE, LVAD/RVAD, Aortic Balloon/Impella Devices
  • Thoracic: VATS Wedge Resection, VATS/Open Lobectomy, Esophagectomy, Bronchoscopy, EGD, Mediastinal Mass Removal, Lung Transplant, Hiatal Hernia Repair
  • Vascular: AAA, EVAR, Carotid Endarterectomy, AV Fistulas, Fem-distal bypass, Fem-fem bypass, SMA bypass, Vein stripping/ablation

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Michigan
• Minimum 2 years of CVOR experience, including experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• Scrub experience rated 3 or 4 on the skills list
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing
• Experience working with adult patients

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG required and updated annually
• I9 or attestation required
• NURSYS verification for RN license
• Facility-specific orientation and documentation must be completed within 3 weeks of start
• Two recent professional references required (from managers/supervisors; charge RN references not accepted)

Unit Highlights

• Flexible scheduling and time-off requests accommodated by management
• Call shifts limited to 12 hours max, with weekend call structured to preserve most of the weekend
• Positive team dynamic and supportive management reported by previous travelers

Important Notes

• Flu vaccination is mandatory starting 10/31/2025 through Winter 2026 with no exemptions
• COVID vaccinations are no longer required
• Orientation includes pass/fail competency testing; educational support provided

This position is ideal for experienced CVOR RNs with prior travel experience seeking a challenging role in a high-acuity adult cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery environment.