Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Johnson City, NY
ND Global Consulting Services
4x10 hrs, Days

Travel Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Registered Nurse (RN)

Specialty: Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
Position Type: Travel Nursing Contract
Work Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday
Regular Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Call Requirement: 2–3 call shifts per week
Weekend Call: Every other weekend, including 24 hours on Saturday and 24 hours on Sunday
Additional Requirement: May be required to work in the General Operating Room (OR) when cardiac surgical volume is low.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse (CVOR RN) to join our surgical team and provide specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cardiovascular surgical procedures. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in a Cardiovascular Operating Room and be comfortable supporting complex cardiac surgeries in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The CVOR RN will collaborate closely with cardiovascular surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety, maintain a sterile surgical environment, and deliver high-quality perioperative care.

When cardiac surgical volume is low, the selected candidate may be asked to support general operating room cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing cardiovascular and cardiac surgical procedures.
• Prepare the operating room, surgical instruments, specialized equipment, and supplies before procedures.
• Assist the surgical team during cardiovascular operations while maintaining strict sterile technique.
• Monitor patient safety and ensure compliance with established surgical protocols.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other members of the surgical team throughout the perioperative process.
• Perform surgical counts and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility policies.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond promptly to changes during procedures.
• Ensure proper handling of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in on-call coverage, including overnight and weekend call assignments.
• Provide nursing support for general OR procedures when required based on cardiac surgical volume.
• Follow infection prevention standards and all applicable patient safety guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) is required.
• Strong knowledge of cardiovascular surgical procedures and perioperative nursing practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity surgical environment.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and clinical judgment skills.
• Willingness to support general OR cases when cardiac surgical volume is low.
• Ability to meet weekday, overnight call, and weekend call requirements.

Work Schedule and On-Call Requirements

Regular schedule

• Four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.
• Standard shift: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
• The specific four working days will be determined by the facility.

On-call responsibilities

• Approximately 2–3 call shifts per week.
• Weekday call generally runs from 5:30 PM to 6:00 AM, spanning the period between scheduled shifts.
• Every other weekend requires 24-hour call coverage on Saturday and 24-hour call coverage on Sunday.
• Candidates must be available to respond to call-ins according to facility requirements.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a skilled CVOR RN with cardiovascular surgical experience who can support complex cardiac procedures, maintain the highest standards of patient safety, and adapt to general OR assignments when needed. Candidates must be comfortable with frequent on-call responsibilities, overnight availability, and alternating weekend coverage.

Please note: Call schedules, call-back expectations, and any applicable call or callback compensation should be confirmed with the facility before accepting the assignment.