Travel CVOR Jobs
CVOR Registered Nurses work in cardiovascular operating rooms providing perioperative nursing care during open-heart surgery, valve replacement, LVAD implantation, and thoracic procedures. They circulate or scrub during cases, manage CPB (cardiopulmonary bypass) nursing responsibilities, administer blood products, and monitor patient hemodynamics. ACLS and strong critical care skills are essential. BHS Workforce currently has 22 open travel CVOR positions across 10 states and 15 cities. The highest-volume markets are Texas (10), Georgia (2), North Carolina (2). Typical contracts run 14 weeks at 40 hours per week. The current shift mix is 21 day, 1 night.
Licensing & Credential Requirements
Texas
An active, unencumbered RN license is required. Texas is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Texas without obtaining a separate state license, which simplifies onboarding significantly. ACLS certification is required for all cardiac RN assignments. BLS is universally required. A minimum of two years of dedicated cardiovascular OR experience is typically required. Facilities expect competency with CPB nursing responsibilities, blood product administration, and post-bypass hemodynamic management. CNOR certification is preferred but not always mandatory.
Georgia
An active, unencumbered RN license is required. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Georgia without obtaining a separate state license, which simplifies onboarding significantly. ACLS certification is required for all cardiac RN assignments. BLS is universally required. A minimum of two years of dedicated cardiovascular OR experience is typically required. Facilities expect competency with CPB nursing responsibilities, blood product administration, and post-bypass hemodynamic management. CNOR certification is preferred but not always mandatory.
North Carolina
An active, unencumbered RN license is required. North Carolina is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in North Carolina without obtaining a separate state license, which simplifies onboarding significantly. ACLS certification is required for all cardiac RN assignments. BLS is universally required. A minimum of two years of dedicated cardiovascular OR experience is typically required. Facilities expect competency with CPB nursing responsibilities, blood product administration, and post-bypass hemodynamic management. CNOR certification is preferred but not always mandatory.
Colorado
An active, unencumbered RN license is required. Colorado is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Colorado without obtaining a separate state license, which simplifies onboarding significantly. ACLS certification is required for all cardiac RN assignments. BLS is universally required. A minimum of two years of dedicated cardiovascular OR experience is typically required. Facilities expect competency with CPB nursing responsibilities, blood product administration, and post-bypass hemodynamic management. CNOR certification is preferred but not always mandatory.
Iowa
An active, unencumbered RN license is required. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Iowa without obtaining a separate state license, which simplifies onboarding significantly. ACLS certification is required for all cardiac RN assignments. BLS is universally required. A minimum of two years of dedicated cardiovascular OR experience is typically required. Facilities expect competency with CPB nursing responsibilities, blood product administration, and post-bypass hemodynamic management. CNOR certification is preferred but not always mandatory.
Pay Overview
Based on 21 of 22 current travel CVOR assignments nationwide.
Travel CVOR pay ranges from $2,137 to $3,143 per week, with a median of $2,578. The $1,006 spread reflects variation in shift differentials, location, and facility acuity. Packages include tax-free stipends averaging $1,584 per week for housing and meals.
Jobs by State
Current Openings
| Specialty | Location | Pay | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVOR | Atlanta, GA | $3,143/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| CVOR | Atlanta, GA | $3,128/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| CVOR | La Jolla, CA | $3,098/wk | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| CVOR | Des Moines, IA | $2,974/wk | 4 x 10 Days |
| CVOR | Philadelphia, PA | $2,896/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| CVOR | Asheville, NC | $2,742/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| CVOR | Asheville, NC | $2,728/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| CVOR | Wheeling, WV | $2,725/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| CVOR | Columbia, SC | $2,723/wk | 4 x 10 Days |
| CVOR | Richmond, VA | $2,660/wk | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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