Travel CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse - $2,910 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVOR
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/18/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) in San Francisco, California. This position involves providing specialized surgical support within the cardiovascular operating room for a healthcare provider. The role requires coordination with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care during complex cardiac procedures.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, minimum of two years of cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) experience, California RN license in hand
• Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Certified Functional Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification, hybrid operating room experience (8/10 modification date)
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CNOR
• Travel Experience Required: No
• Special Procedures/Unit Details: Expertise in complex cardiovascular surgeries including Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm repair, Aortocaval fistula repair, Aortoenteric fistula repair, Arteriovenous fistula repair, Atherectomy, Cardiothoracic robotic surgery, Carotid artery procedures, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), Endovascular aneurysm repair, Thoracic and vascular surgeries, and use of robotic surgical systems.
• Additional Information: Orientation hours total 72, with start date on 08/18/2026. Limited float flexibility to other UCSF facilities within a 75+ mile radius may be required. Must have previous charge nurse experience and familiarity with Epic charting system.
• Submittal Requirements: Valid references and proof of California RN license and BSN are required at the time of submission. Employment history with UC medical facilities must be included if applicable.
• Start Date: 08/18/2026
• Other Notes: RTO requests must be disclosed at submittal and are subject to approval; no requests accepted after contract commencement unless approved. Orientation registration is scheduled at 4:00 pm PST on the Monday prior to the start date.

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 #1282343. 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: 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