Travel CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse - $3,090 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a 26-week travel assignment. The role focuses on operating room Open Heart procedures with 12-hour day shifts and 36 hours per week.

Eligible candidates hold a cardiovascular operating room nursing certification with at least 2 years CVOR OR experience, prior travel experience, and the ability to scrub and circulate cardiac surgeries.

Qualifications

• Valid cardiovascular operating room nursing certification.
• Minimum of 2 years CVOR OR experience.
• Prior travel nursing experience and ability to scrub and circulate cardiac surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care during cardiac surgical procedures in the OR.
• Scrub and circulate during Open Heart procedures and be available for call 24/7.
• Float between OR locations as needed and adhere to assigned shifts.

Skills

CVOR experience

RN

Travel experience

Scrub & circulate cardiac surgeries

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Nashville, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVOR
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) profession is seeking qualified candidates at a healthcare facility located in a high-capacity, Level I trauma hospital. This role involves providing advanced cardiac surgery care, including complex procedures such as CABG, valve repairs, and transplants. The position demands expertise in scrubbing and circulating in the cardiac operating room environment, with responsibilities encompassing patient care during surgical procedures and being available for call coverage on a 24-7 basis.

Job Details

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid certification in cardiovascular operating room nursing, with a minimum of 2 years of CVOR OR experience, prior travel experience, and ability to scrub and circulate cardiac surgeries.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with adult cardiac procedures such as CABG, valve surgeries, ECMO, VAD, heart and lung transplants, and cardiac trauma cases.
• Additional Information: Orientation dates are scheduled starting 10/12/2026, with start dates on 10/26/2026, 11/02/2026, and 11/09/2026. This position includes call requirements (3 layers of call, 24-7 coverage, with requirements varying every 6 weeks), in addition to scheduled shifts. Candidates must be able to float between OR locations but not between different facilities. No excessive time off can be approved; limited time off is expected, and candidates should be willing to work during holidays as needed. Candidates are responsible for readiness to respond during any call shift, and all travelers must commit to the full duration of the assignment.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1321354. 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 Heart

About 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 plan
• Referral bonus