This position is for a Travel Nurse RN specializing in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Operating Room (CVOR) nursing, responsible for managing patient care before, during, and after open-heart surgery. The role involves preparing operating instruments, monitoring patient status, and providing pre- and post-operative education and support. The assignment is a 13-week travel nursing contract in Jackson, Michigan, offering competitive pay, housing allowance, insurance benefits, and career support.

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

• Specialty:CVOR
• Discipline:RN
• Start Date:08/26/2025
• Duration:13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:10 hours, days
• Employment Type:Travel

As an operating room open heart nurse (RN OR-OH), you will manage the care of patients before, during, and after open-heart surgery. Working primarily within the operating suite, you will be responsible for preparing the patient, handling and preparing operating instruments and equipment, monitoring patient status, and assisting with open-heart surgeries. You'll also provide pre- and post-op education and moral support to patients and their families.

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
• Active RN license

• 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 #. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room Open Heart

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

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