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Cardiovascular Operating Room RN
San Diego, California
Sharp Memorial Hospital

$2,880-3,517/week
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Job Opportunity: RN - Operating Room (CVOR)

Location: San Diego, California
Employment Type: Travel Nursing (Clinical Nursing)
Specialty: RN-OR (Cardiovascular Operating Room - CVOR)


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide patient and family-centered care aimed at achieving individualized, holistic goals.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive, age- and culturally-appropriate nursing care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
  • Use the nursing process to safely and therapeutically care for patients, including documentation of plans of care (IPOC).
  • Evaluate patient and family progress toward goals, adjusting care plans as needed.
  • Identify and address patient/family educational needs through individualized teaching plans, using adult-learning theory.
  • Recognize and overcome communication barriers by engaging interdisciplinary expertise.
  • Advocate for patients and families, encouraging participation in decision-making and upholding rights.
  • Document patient care needs and progress according to departmental guidelines and policies.
  • Delegate and assign care tasks appropriately within the scope of practice of healthcare team members.
  • Coordinate and communicate with healthcare team members and ancillary staff to optimize patient care and workflow.

Contract Length

  • 13 weeks

Licensure & Certifications

  • Valid California RN license required
  • CPR certification required
  • Strong CVOR experience required

Additional Information

  • Must complete OR questionnaire with submission
  • Flexibility to work other surgical cases when cardiovascular cases are not available, including orthopedics, neurology, and robotics

This position is ideal for experienced OR nurses with strong cardiovascular OR skills seeking a travel nursing opportunity in San Diego.

Facility

Sharp Memorial Hospital

4.5rating(20 reviews)
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Sharp Memorial Hospital
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 862 beds
ADDRESS7901 Frost StreetSan Diego, CA 92123
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About San Diego, CA

As a Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse in San Diego, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in San Diego is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
  • Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows range from 45-55°F.
  • San Diego experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in San Diego, but they may be in high demand and require thorough research and early booking.
Transportation
  • San Diego is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue in some areas.
  • Public transportation options include buses, trolleys, and trains, providing convenient access to various parts of the city.
Demographics
  • San Diego is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the Mediterranean climate and proximity to the coast.
  • San Diego has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and desirable location.
Things to Do
  • San Diego offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, surfing, and beach relaxation.
  • The city also hosts various sports events and has numerous entertainment options, including theme parks and historic landmarks.
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