Travel Nurse - Nights - Cardiac

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVOR
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) in Oak Lawn, Illinois. This position involves supporting a Level I Trauma Center with a high-volume cardiac and vascular surgery service, including open heart and hybrid procedures. The role requires a seasoned healthcare professional skilled in cardiac and trauma cases, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 facility.

Job Details:

Schedule: 10-hour shifts, with a 6-week rotation schedule. Shifts include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and overnight coverage. The weekly minimum hours are 40.

Required Qualifications: 3 years of acute care experience, including trauma and cardiac surgery. Certifications required include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and relevant licensure in the practicing state. Experience with EPIC electronic medical record system preferred.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in open heart and vascular surgeries, experience scrubbing or circulating in cardiac ORs, and familiarity with Siemens equipment.

Additional Information: This role involves supporting a busy cardiac surgery service, including hybrid cases such as TAVR, AAA, and endarterectomies. Support staff include charge nurses, anesthesiologists, educators, and resource nurses. The facility operates 24/7, with weekend rotations every 4th weekend and holiday coverage required. Scrub colors are provided.

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 #1274529. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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