Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Detroit, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVOR
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Operating Room Open Heart Nurse in Detroit, Michigan. This role involves providing leadership in the coordination and delivery of high-quality, compassionate patient care within the surgical setting. The nurse will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to deliver, delegate, supervise, and document patient care, as well as educate patients and their families. Effective communication of pertinent patient and family information to the healthcare team is essential. The position requires extensive experience in operating room procedures specific to open heart surgeries.
Job Details
- Schedule: Rotating shift hours: 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. The specific shift options include 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Additionally, there are options for five 8-hour shifts, four 10-hour shifts, or three 12-hour shifts with a 6 a.m. start time.
- Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA), current licensure with the Michigan State Board of Nursing, graduation from an accredited nursing school, and at least 2 years of experience in operating room open heart procedures.
- Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Schedule Notes: Critical fill assignment for 13 weeks. The assignment begins on 07/28/2026, with the option of scheduling based on operational needs.
- Additional Information: This position involves on-call duties, requiring 48 hours of call per six-week schedule, with availability needed for one weekend per month. The role demands strong clinical knowledge and the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
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 #1290720. Pay package is based on 8 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