Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVOR
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) for Open Heart procedures Location unspecified. This position involves supporting cardiac surgeries and other complex cases within the surgical unit, requiring adherence to safety and clinical protocols. The role is ideal for a licensed health care professional with experience in surgical settings.
Job Details
- Position Description: Unit requires a CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) in a specialized suite with an average of 30 cases per day, including open heart, TAVR, endovascular, and thoracic procedures. Scrubbing into surgeries is required to hold the heart and assist in closing the chest.
- Required Qualifications: BLS (American Heart Association) certification, ACLS preferred; license to submit; minimum of 2 years' experience in operating room and open heart procedures.
- Schedule: Rotating shifts from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM; 12 hours per shift with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Weeknight and weekend rotation are mandatory, with call response time of 30 minutes.
- Additional Information: The unit uses Epic electronic charting, with orientation lasting one week. Flexibility to float to General Operating Room or PRN within Zone 1 may be required. Scrub color is hospital-provided light blue.
- Submission Requirements: Profile review, documentation of licensure, and attendance at an in-person interview with the unit manager are part of the hiring process.
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 #1311214. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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