Travel Registered Nurse

Overview Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR) with Cardiovascular/Open Heart expertise in a hospital OR setting. Location: Burlington, Vermont. Start date: 10/05/2026. Duration: 26 weeks. Weekly pay: $3,169-$3,305. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: 3x12 rotating (12-hour day/evening). This assignment takes place in a large academic teaching hospital environment that requires high levels of perioperative skill and teamwork. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $3,169-$3,305 Guaranteed hours: 0.0 Contract duration: 26 weeks Shift: 12-hour rotating (days/evenings) Start date: 10/05/2026 Setting: hospital OR in a large academic teaching environment Requires flexibility for unit needs and call coverage Responsibilities Provide perioperative nursing care for cardiovascular/open heart cases, including circulating and, as assigned, scrub duties Maintain sterile technique, manage instrument tables and supplies, and assist the surgical team with case preparation and completion Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other OR staff; anticipate needs, monitor patient status, and manage intraoperative equipment and medications per policy When floated to other OR suites, circulate (not scrub) and support various specialties such as General, Orthopedic, Neuro, or ENT as needed Document in Epic within the past two years and ensure accurate perioperative records; assist with patient transport and recovery planning as appropriate Schedule and call requirements: three 12-hour shifts (0645-1915); one to two weekday on-call periods (1900-0715) and one full weekend of call every five weeks; be flexible to meet patient care needs and unit coverage Requirements Current Registered Nurse license to practice in Vermont (active license required) BLS certification required; CNOR preferred Minimum 2 years OR RN experience with recent experience and high competency in Cardiovascular/Open Heart Surgery Prior travel nursing experience required Epic EMR experience within the past 2 years (nonnegotiable) Scrub-heart capability is required (SCRUB HEARTS documented as a requirement) Ability to work in a large academic teaching hospital OR environment; may be asked to circulate or scrub as needed Reliable transportation is required; public transit is not available in the area. All-season tires recommended for the November-April period Willingness to be flexible with a Monday-to-Sunday work week and to participate in bi-weekly orientations Benefits and Support Bi-weekly orientations on Mondays to align with unit needs and onboarding Ongoing assignment support and coordination through the staffing team Clear path for the 26-week assignment with dedicated supervision and clinical support Comprehensive onboarding to ensure Epic access and OR readiness About Healthforce Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed. Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals. Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more Local contract and per diem opportunities Short-term and 13-week travel assignments Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay. What Makes Healthforce Different Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start 24/7 support while you are on assignment Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career. Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals Quick submissions to open jobs Access to multiple job options at once Flexible assignment locations Ongoing support throughout your contract Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence. Start Your Next Travel Assignment Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide. #J-18808-Ljbffr