Travel CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse - $1,905 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN CVOR for assignment in Fort Walton Beach, FL. The role focuses on perioperative cardiovascular care, including open heart surgeries and valve replacements, in a dynamic hospital setting with advanced equipment.

Open to experienced CVOR RNs with 3+ years in cardiovascular surgery, BLS certification, and ability to work 12-hour day shifts. Assignment runs for 13 weeks starting 10/19/2026, with 36 hours per week and travel benefits provided.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 3 years of cardiovascular surgery experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative care for cardiovascular procedures in OR (open heart and valve cases).
• Collaborate with the cardiovascular surgical team in a 12-bed OR unit.
• Ensure patient safety and coordination of care from preop to post-op within hospital protocols.

Skills

BLS certified

CVOR experience

Tools

MediTech

DaVinci robotics

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

CVORDiscipline:

RNStart Date:

10/19/2026Duration:

13 weeks36 hours per weekShift:

12 hours, daysEmployment Type:

TravelJob Summary:Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) nurse in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. This position involves providing specialized perioperative care for patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures, including open heart surgeries and minimally invasive valve replacements. The role requires experienced cardiovascular surgical nursing skills within a hospital setting that features advanced equipment and a dynamic team environment.

Job Details:Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, from 07:00AM to 07:00PM, starting 10/19/2026 and ending 01/18/2027.

Required Qualifications: Valid certifications including Basic Life Support (BLS), with 3 or more years of cardiovascular surgery experience. Candidate must be adaptable to hospital policies and possess strong clinical skills specific to cardiovascular procedures such as CABG, valve replacements, thoracic and vascular surgeries.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with orthopedic/neuro procedures and DaVinci robotic systems is preferred. Familiarity with MediTech documentation system and experience in a Level 2 Trauma Center environment are advantageous.

Additional Information: The role involves working within a 12-bed unit performing high-level cardiovascular surgeries in a top-performing hospital that is accredited in stroke, chest pain, and cancer care. The team values collaboration, advanced technology, and continuous staff development. Candidate will be expected to perform hourly updates to patient families and adhere to unit-specific policies and guidelines.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:Private housing or generous housing allowanceComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverageDependent health insurance with prescription coverageCompetitive salariesReferral bonusesTravel reimbursement401(k) retirement planDirect deposit/free checkingUnlimited free CE creditsCross Country Job ID #1321558. 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. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room Open HeartAbout 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 planReferral bonus