Registered Nurse RN - CVOR - Cardiovascular Operating Room

LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

East Jefferson General Hospital, part of LCMC Health, seeks an experienced CVOR Registered Nurse to join a high‑ acuity cardiovascular operating room team in Louisiana. You will circulator for cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and transplant cases, ensuring patient safety and efficient workflow from arrival to procedure completion.

The ideal candidate has OR circulator experience, 2+ years in the OR, and a nursing graduate with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum two years of Operating Room nursing experience required.
• Cardiovascular, thoracic, vascular, or transplant OR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Function as the circulator for diverse complex cardiovascular surgical procedures.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, perfusionists and perioperative team.
• Support patient safety and sterile environment throughout surgery.
• Participate in advanced surgical procedures including open heart and heart-lung transplant.

Skills

OR circulator experience

Cardiovascular surgery awareness

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Join an Exceptional Cardiovascular, Thoracic, and Transplant Surgical Team

East Jefferson General Hospital is expanding its Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) program and seeking experienced Operating Room Registered Nurses to join our highly skilled surgical team. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting complex cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and heart and lung transplant procedures while helping shape the future of a growing service line.

We are looking for experienced OR circulators who thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity surgical settings and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. CVOR experience is preferred; however, experienced operating room nurses with a strong surgical foundation and a desire to specialize in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery are encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

The CVOR Registered Nurse functions as the circulator for a variety of complex surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, maintaining a sterile environment, coordinating multidisciplinary communication, and supporting efficient surgical workflow from patient arrival through procedure completion.

The CVOR RN collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, perfusionists, surgical technologists, and other perioperative team members to provide safe, evidence-based care for patients undergoing cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and transplant procedures. The nurse demonstrates strong clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to anticipate the needs of both the patient and surgical team in rapidly changing situations.

As part of our expanding program, team members have the opportunity to participate in advanced surgical procedures including open heart surgery, structural heart procedures, major vascular interventions, thoracic surgery, and heart and lung transplantation.

Why Join Our Team?

• Growing and expanding cardiovascular surgery program
• Exposure to advanced cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and transplant procedures
• Collaborative, highly specialized surgical team
• Commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and professional development
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in life-saving surgical care

Education Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• BSN preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Current RN license in the state of practice
• BLS and ACLS required
• CNOR preferred

Experience

• Minimum two years of Operating Room nursing experience required
• Cardiovascular, thoracic, vascular, or transplant OR experience preferred

Become part of a team that is advancing cardiovascular and transplant care for our region while delivering exceptional surgical outcomes for our patients every day.

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go‑to hospital for health, wellness, and one‑of‑a‑kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

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