Travel Cardiovascular Surgery RN - $2,180 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a CVOR/CV PreOp position in Asheville, NC, requiring at least 2 years of CVOR experience and active BLS and ACLS certifications.

Details

• Position is based in the CVOR and CV PreOp unit (Heart Tower, Building E) of a large 815-bed regional referral hospital
• CV PreOp unit has 4 beds with a 1:1 patient ratio
• High-acuity cardiovascular patient population requiring critical care-level nursing
• Monitoring equipment includes GE Carescape; ultrasound equipment is Fuji
• Charting is performed in Cerner; experience is expected
• CV PreOp schedule is Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–1:30 PM
• CVOR shift runs 6:00 AM–6:30 PM
• Stay-late call required approximately 1–2 times per week
• Floating within scope of practice and experience may be required
• Unit staffing includes RNs with support from a CNC, unit secretary, and shared management with CVOR

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment)
• Minimum 2 years of recent CVOR or cardiovascular surgery RN experience required
• Critical care nursing experience is required; PreOp experience is a plus
• Experience with BCMA (barcode medication administration) required
• Strong documentation, communication, and critical thinking skills required
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment required
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if licensed in Florida or Missouri)

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include large-bore IV starts, chin-to-toe hair removal, medication administration, skin assessment, and assisting with arterial line, central line, and epidural placement
• Additional duties include transporting patients to the OR and assisting with induction/intubation, positioning, and skin prep
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• The hospital holds Magnet® Designation, an STS three-star rating for cardiac surgery outcomes, and has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals (Healthgrades, 2020–2023)
• Facility is home to the only open heart and interventional cardiology program in the region and serves as a Level II trauma center
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded, but the role's acuity and experience requirements should be carefully considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-707697. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room - Cardiovascular OR/CVOR

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.