Travel Nurse RN - CVOR - $2,885 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVOR
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) nurse opportunity is available in a Level 1 Trauma Center located in Oak Lawn, Illinois. The position involves supporting a busy surgical unit that performs adult and pediatric open-heart cases, including TAVR, AAA, endarterectomies, and other vascular procedures. This role requires critical care experience and proficiency with EPIC electronic health record systems.

Job Details:

• Shift Schedule: Days shift, 10-hour shifts, minimum 40 hours per week, with rotation-based scheduling.
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS certification; 3 years of experience in an acute care setting; certification in relevant specialties as appropriate; suitable for a nurse with current licensure to practice in Illinois.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with EPIC electronic health record system; trauma experience at a Level 1-2 hospital; hybrid patient care experience in adult or pediatric open-heart cases; Siemens equipment experience for Hybrid IR Tech; ARRT certification for support staff.
• Specialty: Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH)
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Experience Needed: 3 years in a relevant acute care environment.
• Additional Notes: Will accept first-time travelers; orientation includes online modules, unit orientation, and Epic system training.
• Operational Details: Support on unit by resource nurse, surgeons, educator team; no patient assignment for charge nurse; availability for weekend and evening support; holiday coverage required.
• Support and Equipment: EPIC charting, Siemens equipment for hybrid procedures, Pyxis, Alaris; floating not required.
• On-Call Requirement: 30-minute response time, with sleeping room provided.

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 #1276187. Pay package is based on 10 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