Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Operating Room in Asheville, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiovascular Operating Room
Location: Asheville, NC
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel RN – CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room)

Location

Asheville, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM | On-call rotation required

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary RN Circulator for cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures including CABG, Valve Replacement, VAD Insertions, TAVR, VATS, Lobectomy, Pacemaker/AICD Insertions, Septal Myectomy, Ross Procedure, EVH, IABP Insertions, Femoral Cannulation, and Circulatory Arrest
• Ensure all cases are appropriately staffed with one scrub and one circulator; pump cases additionally require a first assist or Heart Holder (RN or CST)
• Operate and maintain Stryker equipment and document patient care using the Cerner electronic documentation system
• Participate in assigned and rotated on-call shifts as required by unit scheduling
• Adhere to hospital surgical attire policy; scrubs are provided by the facility
• Float to other areas infrequently as needed based on unit demands

Required Qualifications

• Active RN License (must be valid for practice in North Carolina)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 3 years of CVOR experience with extensive expertise in the RN Circulator role
• No first-time travelers — prior travel nursing experience is required; no exceptions

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Scrub and/or first assist experience and proficiency in cardiovascular and thoracic procedures
• Familiarity with Cerner electronic health record documentation
• Experience with Stryker surgical equipment

Why Join Us

• Join a high-volume, efficient cardiovascular surgical program recognized with a three-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for outstanding patient care and outcomes
• Work within a well-supported OR environment featuring a dedicated charge nurse, unit secretary, PCA, and core tech on each shift