Job Title

Travel RN – CVOR (Cardiovascular Operating Room)

Location

Asheville, NC

Schedule / Job Type

Contract – Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Days | Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–1:30 PM with on-call requirements (stay late 1–2 times per week) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preoperative nursing care for cardiovascular surgery patients in a 4-bed CV PreOp unit at a 1:1 patient ratio
• Perform large-bore IV starts, chin-to-toe hair removal, medication administration, and skin assessment
• Assist with arterial line, central line, and epidural placement
• Transport patients to the OR and assist with induction/intubation, positioning, and skin prep
• Utilize GE Carescape monitoring equipment and Fuji ultrasound; document accurately in Cerner EMR
• Collaborate effectively with an interdepartmental team including RNs, CNC, secretary, and management shared with the CVOR

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure with eligibility to practice in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery or critical care nursing
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Proficiency with BCMA and electronic documentation systems (Cerner preferred)
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Excellent communication skills for interdepartmental collaboration

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior PreOp experience in a cardiovascular or surgical setting
• Familiarity with GE Carescape monitoring systems and Fuji ultrasound equipment
• Experience floating within scope of practice across related units

Why Join Us

• Join a high-acuity cardiovascular program recognized as one of the busiest robotic surgery programs in the Carolinas, offering the only open heart and interventional cardiology services in the region
• Work within a nationally recognized healthcare system that has earned top distinctions for clinical quality, patient safety, and nursing excellence