Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse / CVOR

Overview

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Description

Shift: 10- or 12-hour shifts Days

Location: Emory Saint Joseph Hospital

Our internal travel nursing team can be a flexible program, allowing team members the ability to tailor work/life balance to fit their lifestyle.

We are seeking a capable Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) RN who has an experienced healthcare professional with a strong understanding of patient care for a specific population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, they adapt to changing situations and personalize care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. They serve as a resource for colleagues and advocate for patients and families.

Clinical Practice & Patient Care:

• Delivers safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.

• Performs thorough patient assessments and recognizes the impact of nursing care on outcomes.

• Develops and implements patient care plans, incorporating patient/family input and adjusting as needed.

• Documents care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.

• Identifies patient and family learning needs, recommending appropriate resources.

• Recognizes cultural differences and individualizes care accordingly.

Leadership & Team Collaboration:

• Delegates appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.

• Works effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.

• Functions in a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.

• Assists in orienting staff and students in the absence of a designated preceptor.

• Demonstrates strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

Quality Improvement & Professional Development:

• Identifies the need for policy revisions based on evidence-based research.

• Engages in professional growth and actively applies the Synergy Model for Care in practice.

• Collects, reports, and analyzes data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.

• Participates in surveys, interviews, and other methods to identify and resolve areas for improvement.

• Maintains required points and contact hours per the clinical lattice PLAN system.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education / Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN),

• AND 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years

• OR Recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.

• OR, Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience within the past five years

Exceptions:

• Current LPNs employed within the Emory Healthcare (EHC) system who have completed an accredited RN program and obtain RN licensure are eligible to transition into this role while completing the RN Resident Program.

• Emory LPNs enrolled in an Emory ADN program as of 3/30/2025 must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.

Licensure:

• A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.

• Certification: 1. BLS certification 2. ACLS may be required for certain departments, post hire Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.

• If completing virtual care activities that may include multi-state practice, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cardiovascular OR

• ICU

• Operating Room

• Cath Lab

EmployeeERs in role prior to 11/09/2025 will have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.

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Additional Details

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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Division St. Joseph's Hospital

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30342

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department SJH Operating Room

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 167430

Job Category Nursing

Schedule Other

Standard Hours 40 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $45.15/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $52.34/Hr.

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