CVOR RN - Cardiovascular OR - Travel Nurse

Travel CVOR Registered Nurse

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled CVOR RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Oak Lawn, IL. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

• One year of recent experience as a CVOR RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary:

The CVOR nurse has the responsibility of providing direct and indirect nursing care to assigned patients. The CVOR nurse assists in monitoring and supporting the patient throughout the surgical procedure. They are responsible for collaborating closely with the entire surgical team to ensure the optimization of patient outcomes by confirming all necessary surgical supplies and equipment are sterile and functional, assisting with safe patient positioning and draping, and coordinating immediate post-surgical continued patient care.

Essential Work Functions:

• Maintain proficiency in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic surgical procedures including open and closed heart surgeries
• Prepare the Cardiovascular operating room for the patient and surgical procedure
• Assemble equipment, supplies, medications, and implants, ensuring equipment functions and supplies are available
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and the surgical team to deliver coordinated care
• Utilize data from surgical preference cards for the surgical procedure and surgeon
• Position patients safely using approved devices to prevent injury and enable optimal surgical exposure
• Actively participate in Universal Protocol and timeout to confirm patient identity, procedure, and surgical site
• Handle and document specimens accurately to ensure diagnostic integrity
• Provide post-surgical care coordination, including patient handoff to the recovery team
• Assess, plan, and evaluate the nursing care of the patient before, during, and after a surgical procedure until patient handoff to the next phase of care
• Ensure that sterile procedures are followed throughout the course of surgery
• Respond effectively to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, during surgery
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Required Essential Skills:

• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, & communicate in the English language is required
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities - Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending
• Interpersonal Skills - To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.
• Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate.

Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you that's why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we're here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.