Travel CVOR First Assist RN - $3,313 per week

Slate Healthcare; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate Healthcare is seeking a Travel CVOR First Assist for a 13-week assignment in South Portland, Maine. The role focuses on congenital cardiac procedures and requires expertise in intraoperative surgical assistance, preoperative prep, and postoperative care within a collaborative surgical team.

The position offers 12-hour day shifts, a total of 36 hours per week, and an ASAP start. It suits experienced allied health professionals seeking travel assignments with guaranteed hours.

Qualifications

• Background check: Maine State Exclusion.
• Health/Immunization: Maine Flu Vaccine 2026-2027.
• Health/Immunization: Respiratory Fit Protection Form (Maine - HWS).
• HR: Professional Reference #1.
• Experience in OR, cardiac surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical assistance during congenital cardiac surgeries.
• Assist with preoperative preparation and postoperative care.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety and outcomes.

Job description

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel CVOR First Assist for a travel job in South Portland, Maine.

Job Description & Requirements

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel CVOR First Assist for a travel job in South Portland, Maine.

• Specialty: CVOR First Assist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Description

The Travel RN - First Assist will provide essential support during congenital cardiac surgeries, collaborating closely with the surgical team. This role requires advanced skills in surgical assistance, patient care, and effective communication. The position involves preoperative preparation and postoperative management, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Candidates should have significant experience in the operating room, particularly in cardiac surgery, and be committed to high-quality patient care.

Highlights

• 13-week contract with guaranteed hours
• Focus on pediatric and adult cardiac procedures
• Collaborative surgical team environment

Requirements

• Background Check: Maine State Exclusion
• EMR System: not specified
• 5
• Health/Immunization: Maine - Flu Vaccine 2026 - 2027
• HR: Professional Reference #1
• Health/Immunization: HWS Maine - Respiratory Fit Protection Form

Slate Healthcare Job ID #7407ea3c-4fc9-4917-99ac-e795cb829583. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Slate Healthcare

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.