Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVOR
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room Open Heart Nurse position available in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This role involves providing specialized surgical care for patients undergoing open heart procedures within a hospital setting. The nurse will support cardiovascular surgeries, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and delivering quality patient care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Day shift with start time at 6:00 AM and end time at 2:30 PM; minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room) experience required, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, and 0 years of experience minimum.
- Required Qualifications: Valid license to practice in Illinois with at least 0 years of experience in cardiovascular or operating room nursing, certification in ACLS, and CVOR experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience working in a CVOR environment is preferred.
- Additional Information: Call is required consisting of five 16-hour weekday shifts and two full weekends (48 hours) every four weeks. The role demands adherence to facility SOPs and a thorough understanding of cardiovascular surgical procedures.
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 #1292955. 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