Travel CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse - $3,305 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent coverage

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN CVOR in Anchorage, Alaska for a daytime Open Heart OR role. The position is 13 weeks long with a 40-hour week and 10-hour days. Start date is 09/22/2026 and employment is Travel-based, offering perioperative and cardiovascular team responsibilities.

Required are a valid RN license, ACLS, and 3+ years in OR nursing with open heart focus. Preferred are TNCC/PALS certifications and Alaska eligibility where applicable.

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license is required in the state of practice.
• ACLS certification is required or obtained prior to start date.
• Minimum 3 years of operating room nursing experience, focus on open heart procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with perioperative procedures and maintain sterile technique.
• Support the surgical team during complex cardiovascular operations.
• Provide patient care coordination and ensure safety in the OR.

Skills

RN license

ACLS certification

Open Heart OR

OR experience

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVOR
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) Nurse position in a healthcare facility. The role involves providing specialized perioperative care to patients undergoing open heart surgeries. The position is scheduled for daytime shifts, offering an opportunity to work within a dynamic surgical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details

• Position Description: General Comments No. of Positions: 1/1. Position creation reason: Vacant Position.
• Schedule: Day shifts, 10 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), minimum of 3 years of experience in operating room nursing with a focus on open heart procedures, and located within the service area.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic fetal heart monitoring, certifications in Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Additional Information: The role involves assisting with perioperative procedures, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting the surgical team during complex cardiovascular operations.

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 #1311285. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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