Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Passaic, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  OR - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Cardiac OR Registered Nurse

Location: Passaic, NJ

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (02/16/2026 – 05/17/2026)

Shift: Day Shift (07:00 – 15:00) | Monday – Friday

Seeking a specialized OR RN with Cardiac experience to support their surgical services team. This role requires a high level of technical expertise in open-heart and cardiovascular procedures. You will be responsible for circulating complex cardiac cases, coordinating with surgeons and anesthesiologists, and ensuring the highest standards of sterile technique and patient safety are maintained in the perioperative environment.

• Cardiac Circulation: Manage the sterile field and nursing care for adult and geriatric patients undergoing cardiac surgeries (e.g., CABG, valve replacements).
• Intraoperative Management: Coordinate patient care with the surgical team, directing OR Technicians and monitoring patient physiological status throughout the procedure.
• Emergency Readiness: Maintain proficiency in ACLS and PALS protocols to manage intraoperative crises.
• Equipment Mastery: Ensure the readiness of specialized cardiac equipment, including sternal saws, bypass cannulae, and cell savers.
• Clinical Versatility: While primarily cardiac, you will provide care across the lifespan (neonates to geriatrics) as needed within the surgical setting.

• Experience: Minimum one year of previous perioperative experience. Cardiac OR experience is strictly required.
• Education: BSN is preferred.
• Licensure: Active and valid New Jersey State RN License.
• Certifications:
  • BLS (AHA): Required upon hire.
  • ACLS (AHA): Required within 30 days of hire.
  • PALS (AHA): Required within 30 days of hire.
  • CNOR: Preferred.

Call is a strict requirement for this position with no exceptions.

• Weekdays: 1–2 shifts per week (23:00 – 07:00).
• Weekends: Once every 5th weekend (Saturday and Sunday, 24-hour coverage each day).
• Response Time: Must be able to arrive at the facility within 30 minutes of being called in.

• Setting: Surgery Department (74200).
• Location: Passaic, NJ 07055.
• Reporting: Directly to the OR Charge Nurse and Director of Surgical Services.

JOB
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Requirements & Qualifications:

- Experience:

Minimum one year of previous perioperative experience. Cardiac OR experience is strictly required.

- Education:

BSN is preferred.

- Licensure:
Active and valid New Jersey State RN License.

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus