Cardiac Operating Room RN — Perioperative Expert

Origin Travel Nurses; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Travel Nurses seeks an experienced CVOR RN to support complex open-heart and vascular procedures. You will help maintain the sterile field, assist cardiac surgeons, and coordinate with the surgical team from prep to post-op.

You will monitor patient vitals, manage specialized cardiac equipment, document in the EMR, and educate patients and families on perioperative care. This role requires strong teamwork and rapid response during critical moments.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiac surgeons during procedures such as CABG, valve surgery, heart transplants, aneurysm repair, Maze surgery, pacemaker/ICD insertion, and other advanced cardiac operations.
• Maintain sterile field as circulating or scrub nurse, selecting and handling instruments, supplies, and ensuring infection control.
• Monitor patient vitals (heart rhythm, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) before, during, and after surgery, and respond to changes in patient status.
• Coordinate with the surgical team — including anesthesiologist, perfusionist, and surgical techs — to ensure smooth workflow and patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning, skin prep, draping, and surgical exposure as directed.
• Manage specialized cardiac equipment such as cardiopulmonary bypass systems, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and hemodynamic monitors.
• Administer surgical medications and manage fluid balance under anesthesia provider direction.
• Educate patients/families on pre- and post-operative care, safety measures, and recovery expectations.
• Document all procedures accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)

Skills

Assist cardiac surgeons

Maintain sterile field

Monitor patient vitals

Coordinate with surgical team

Assist with patient positioning

Manage cardiac equipment

Administer surgical medications

Educate patients/families

Document procedures (EMR)

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

Origin Travel Nurses seeks an experienced CVOR RN to support complex open-heart and vascular procedures. You will help maintain the sterile field, assist cardiac surgeons, and coordinate with the surgical team from prep to post-op.

You will monitor patient vitals, manage specialized cardiac equipment, document in the EMR, and educate patients and families on perioperative care. This role requires strong teamwork and rapid response during critical moments.