Travel Perioperative RN – Cardiovascular Surgery - $2,574 per week

American Traveler; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly payroll deposit

CEUs provided

Licensure reimbursements

Per diem & subsidies

Traveler rewards

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR in Alexandria, LA for a Cardiovascular Surgery perioperative role. The position requires CVOR and surgical scrub experience, with a 40-hour work week and day shift coverage.

The travel assignment offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and per diem options, along with travel and licensure reimbursements and paid CEUs.

Qualifications

• Active LA RN license or compact license required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from American Heart Association.
• Minimum of one year of recent surgical setting experience required.
• Five years of surgical scrub experience required.
• CVOR operating room experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work in the CVOR within a hospital surgical department.
• Full-time shifts: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM with extensions as needed.
• Care for surgical patients from infants to older adults.
• Maintain 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• Weekend shifts and on-call coverage are required.
• Do not float outside the OR.
• Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care.
• Communicate with patients, surgical team, anesthesia, and hospital departments.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Active LA RN license

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

CVOR experience

Surgical scrub experience

Job description

Travel Perioperative RN – Cardiovascular Surgery - $2,574 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVOR
• Start Date: 12/22/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) position with required CVOR and surgical scrub experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in the CVOR within a hospital surgical department
• Full-time position with shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with extensions beyond 3:00 PM as needed
• Handles surgical patients ranging from infants to older adults
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:1
• Weekend shifts and on-call coverage are required
• No requirement to float outside of the OR
• Responsible for comprehensive perioperative nursing care for surgical patients
• Requires effective communication with patients, surgical team, anesthesia, and other hospital departments
• Must provide age-appropriate care from infants to older adults
• Adherence to a 50-mile radius rule is required for eligibility

Requirements

• Active LA or compact RN license
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
• Minimum of one year of recent surgical setting experience required
• Five years of surgical scrub experience required
• CVOR operating room experience is mandatory
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.