CVOR Registered Nurse
Winfield, Illinois
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - CVOR

Location: Winfield, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with strong Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) experience. Candidates must have at least 3 years of recent CVOR experience or a strong CV to be considered. On-call availability is required, including one CV call per month. Weekend work is also required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum 3 years of Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) experience, including experience within the last year
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Certifications (as applicable to CVOR RN)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted
• Other specialty certifications may be required depending on assignment specifics

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Complete and maintain all required employment and compliance documentation, including I9 and valid government-issued ID
• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start
• Education verification and transcript/diploma matching degree
• Illinois Healthcare Worker Registry eligibility and fingerprinting completed in Illinois (out-of-state fingerprints not accepted)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and ability to perform job duties
• Fit mask testing within 12 months of start and annually thereafter (3M Aura 1870+ required)
• Required immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray as applicable
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccine series or positive titer (declinations accepted)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season
  • COVID-19 vaccination series or declination form
• Drug screening (10-panel) within 30 days of start
• Completion of facility-specific training modules and policy acknowledgements prior to start
• Sexual harassment training annually
• OSHA Respiratory Safety clearance if fit test is failed

Additional Requirements

• Employment history covering 7 years with explanations for gaps over 30 days
• Passing competency exam as required
• Color blindness testing (if applicable)
• Completion of confidentiality, privacy, and information security agreements
• Accommodation request forms for vaccinations or fit test failures if applicable

Work Conditions

• On-call availability with monthly CV call requirement
• Weekend shifts required
• Meal breaks of 30 minutes

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates must be prepared to complete fingerprinting and registry requirements in Illinois before starting.
• Medical and religious accommodation requests for vaccinations and fit testing are reviewed but not guaranteed.
• All documentation and certifications must be current and verifiable prior to assignment start.

This position is ideal for experienced CVOR Registered Nurses seeking a travel contract opportunity in Illinois with a reputable healthcare system.