Travel CVOR RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Lake Forest, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  CVOR
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/17/2026
• Duration:
  12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a CVOR position requiring an IL RN license in hand, BSN, and at least 2 years of cardiovascular OR experience, with on-call and weekend requirements.

• Hospital-based CVOR setting with occasional floating to other units or facilities within the health system at the manager's request
• Cardiovascular surgical patient population including procedures such as CABG, TAVR, LVAD/RVAD, aortic aneurysm repair, mitral valve replacement, MAZE procedure, atrial septal defect repair, IABP, atherectomy, and pericardial window
• Primary responsibility is circulating cardiac surgery; ability to scrub is preferred
• Day shift schedule: 5x8 hours, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• On-call required on a 3 days on / 3 days off call rotation; must be within 30 minutes of the facility while on call
• Weekend work required
• 12-week contract

• Active IL RN license currently in hand — emergency or pending licenses are not accepted
• BSN required
• Minimum 2 years of CVOR or cardiovascular OR experience
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Current BLS certification through AHA required; ACLS through AHA preferred
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Strong analytical abilities
• Skills checklist required for consideration
• Two references required for consideration — at least one must be from a Supervisor, Manager, or Charge RN within the past year
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application and cannot be added afterward
• Vaccination status must be provided

• Candidates living within 75 miles of the facility are eligible to apply at a local pay rate
• Previous employment at Northwestern Medicine or any of its acquired facilities must be disclosed
• Floating between units or facilities within the health system is possible upon manager's request, though it is rare

American Traveler Job  #P-734374. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Operating Room
- Cardiovascular OR/CVOR

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.