Travel Nurse RN - CVOR - $2,942 per week

About the role

Travel CVOR RN position in Saint Louis, MO. Start date: October 12, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Specialty: Cardiovascular/Thoracic Operating Room (CVOR). Discipline: Registered Nurse (RN). Employment type: Travel. Facility location: Saint Louis, Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proficiency in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including open and closed heart surgeries
• Prepare the Cardiovascular operating room for the patient and surgical procedure
• Assemble equipment, supplies, medications, and implants, ensuring equipment functions and supplies are available
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and the surgical team to deliver coordinated care
• Utilize data from surgical preference cards for the surgical procedure and surgeon
• Position patients safely using approved devices to prevent injury and enable optimal surgical exposure
• Actively participate in Universal Protocol and timeout to confirm patient identity, procedure, and surgical site
• Handle and document specimens accurately to ensure diagnostic integrity
• Provide post-surgical care coordination, including patient handoff to the recovery team
• Assess, plan, and evaluate the nursing care of the patient before, during, and after a surgical procedure until patient handoff to the next phase of care
• Ensure that sterile procedures are followed throughout the course of surgery
• Respond effectively to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, during surgery
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as a CVOR RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification

Qualifications

• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification (preferred)
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position