Travel Open Heart Surgical OR RN - $2,127 per week

Focus Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Focus Staff is seeking a CVICU Registered Nurse for a travel contract in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a CVICU setting.

Contract Length: 13 Weeks

Start Date: 11/23/2026

Shift: 5x8 Days

Benefits for Travel CVICU RNs:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Licensure reimbursement
• Travel reimbursement
• Relocation assistance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive pay
• Referral bonus
• Holiday bonus

Requirements:

• 1 Year of Experience, 2 Preferred
• Valid IL RN License
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS
• Eligible to work in the United States

About Focus Staff:

Focus Staff is a traveler-first nurse and healthcare staffing agency! We prioritize the needs of our travelers, giving you complete control over your journey. Our mission is to help you create the life you love, explore the country and do what you do best, help others.

Interested in becoming a traveler with Focus Staff? Discover why travelers choose us, apply today!

All-Star Status:

• Dallas 100 (Multiple Years in a Row)
• Inc. 5000
• Middle Market 50
• Certified by The Joint Commission
• Best of Staffing Talent Satisfaction 2022
• Best of Staffing Client Satisfaction 2022
• Fastest-Growing US Staffing Firms 2017

If you’re seeking a Travel CVICU Nurse position in Chicago, IL and are looking to work with an agency that will listen to your needs and career goals, then Focus Staff is the right place to be. We are proud of our ability to build relationships with all our healthcare professionals, whether you’re seeking travel assignments, PR or permanent positions.

We Offer:

• Immediate Openings
• Weekly Pay through Direct Deposits
• Flexible Schedules
• Day and Night Shifts Available
• Competitive Compensation
• Guaranteed Hours (based on employer)
• Travel Assistance
• Dedicated/Responsive Recruiters
• Day One Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Generous Housing Stipend
• 24/7 Support
• Company Provided Housing Options
• Referral Bonus ($600)
• Loyalty Bonus ($1,200)
• Discounts/Coupons to Hotels
• Access to Jobs in all 50 States
• Painless Credentialing Process
• U.S.A.-based Company
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Joint Commission Certified
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Pet-Friendly
• Access to Discounts, Rewards, and more

Other Information:

Job Title: Travel CVICU Nurse

Employment Time: Contract/Travel

Date Posted: 08/25/2026 01:25:56 PM

Valid Through: 02/21/2027

Job City: Chicago

Job State: IL

Job Country: USA

Shift: 5x8 Days

Job ID: a0xVt00000TfDLeIAN

Hiring Organization: Focus Staff

Focus Staff is an EEO/AA (Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action) Employer.

Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, travel distance, demand, experience, etc.

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Focus Staff Job ID #a0xVt00000TfDLeIAN. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel CVICU RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RN Registered Nurse

About Focus Staff

Your Journey, Our Focus. Travel Confidently, Care Boldly with Focus Staff.

At Focus Staff, we’re here to make your travel healthcare career rewarding, seamless, and stress-free.

Whether you’re a travel nurse, therapist, or allied health professional, we take care of the details so you can focus on what you do best — caring for others. Our mission is simple: to help healthcare heroes like you thrive, no matter where your journey takes you.

With thousands of job opportunities across all 50 states, our dedicated recruiters work closely with you to match you to the right assignment, based on what matters most to  you — pay, location, benefits, or career growth.

From day one, you’ll enjoy premium benefits like medical coverage that bridges between assignments, 401K matching, travel and licensing reimbursements, and personalized housing support. Plus, our team is here for you 24/7, with clinical support available whenever you need guidance or backup.

At Focus Staff, we believe in making every assignment a smooth, comfortable, and empowering experience.  Let’s make your next adventure your best one yet.