Travel CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse - $2,910 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVOR
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room Open Heart RN position is located at the healthcare provider's facility. This role involves providing specialized perioperative care to patients undergoing cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures in a Level I trauma center setting.

Job Details

• Position/Specialty: Operating Room (OR) Open Heart RN Cardiac and Thoracic Surgical Procedures.
• Shift: 5x8 Days (6:15 AM 2:45 PM).
• Schedule: 8 hours per shift, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active Illinois nursing license or in application process; BLS certification required; ACLS preferred; Minimum 0 years of experience (preferably 3 years of solid OR, trauma, or vascular experience), high trauma or cardiovascular surgery experience preferred; preferably no more than 5 days of site-specific RTO restrictions.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery including procedures such as Aortic Aneurysm repair, CABG, Valve replacements, ECMO, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Vascular repairs, Laparoscopic assisted cases, and Endoscopic procedures like Bronchoscopy and EGD.
• Additional Requirements: Recent experience in Level I trauma center, OR scrub experience, and familiarity with Cerner or similar charting systems.
• Clinical Responsibilities: Providing care in CVOR, General OR, vascular, thoracic, and endoscopic procedures; ensuring laser safety and specimen handling; adhering to universal protocol.
• Travel & Schedule Details: On-call 1-2 nights weekly and every 5th weekend; scheduled to start on 09/14/2026 and end on 12/14/2026.
• Submission Requirements: Ensure Illinois license is active, submit SSN and DOB, confirm availability for interviews, and review compliance requirements including module completion within designated deadlines.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1305312. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room Open Heart

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus