CVOR Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

A skilled and dedicated CVOR Registered Nurse is needed to join our dynamic team. This role involves providing exceptional nursing care within the Cardiovascular Operating Room, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and support during complex surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and scrubbing for cardiovascular surgical cases.
• Perform circulating duties in the OR, facilitating communication and coordination among the surgical team.
• Provide care for patients undergoing various cardiac procedures, including CABG, MVR, AVR, commando procedures, and complex valve repairs.
• Ability to float and circulate in additional specialties such as GYN, Urology, Vascular, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic, Neuro, and General Surgery.
• Utilize robotic surgical systems (Da Vinci Xi) effectively for appropriate cases.
• Support staff through block scheduling and consistent start times, ensuring effective teamwork and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Current BLS Certification and a Washington State or Compact Nursing License.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience in CVOR or similar high-acuity surgical environments.
• Strong clinical skills in cardiac surgery procedures, surgical interventions, and patient management.
• Experience with Da Vinci Xi robotic systems is required.
• Ability to handle complex cases and adjust to various surgical specialties as needed.
• Previously considered candidates with less than 2 years of experience will be evaluated based on clinical skills and experience in comparable environments.

Work Environment

The position requires flexibility with 4–10 hour shifts that will vary Monday through Friday. The OR unit consists of 22 surgical suites with a capability to accommodate up to 26. A total of 50-65 cases are handled on an average day, with 2-5 of those being cardiac cases.

Expected Outcomes

Traveling nurses often choose to extend their contracts, indicating a supportive work environment. Staff enjoy a collaborative team atmosphere with ample opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.

Additional Information

• Orientation will include 5-10 days of training, featuring both HR and leadership engagement, along with on-the-job preceptorship.
• A 30-minute call response time is expected for any on-call duties, with a dedicated call room available.
• Dress code follows AORN standards, with teal scrubs provided.