Registered Nurse (RN) - OR

Registered Nurse (RN) - CVOR

Provide specialized perioperative nursing care for cardiovascular and cardiothoracic procedures in the cardiovascular operating room. Assist surgeons, maintain sterile technique, and ensure patient safety throughout the operative process.

Coordinate with the surgical team, anesthesia, and postoperative units for smooth transitions and complete surgical documentation.

• Prepare the OR: instrument counts, sterile setup, and equipment checks for cardiovascular procedures.
• Assist surgeons and anesthesia; manage exposure, suctioning, and hemodynamic monitoring during cases.
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure patient safety throughout the procedure.
• Document intraoperative events, implants, and patient status in the surgical record and EHR.
• Assist with postoperative handoff to ICU or floor teams and ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in rounds and contribute to case debriefs and quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate patients and families about perioperative expectations and recovery plans.

Education:

BSN preferred; ADN accepted with perioperative interest; active RN license in the United States.

Licensure:

Active RN license in the state of practice; familiarity with cardiovascular surgery workflows.

Certifications:

• BLS
• CNOR (preferred)
• ACLS (preferred)

Experience or Skills:

Experience in CVOR or perioperative cardiovascular nursing; strong attention to detail and teamwork; familiarity with sterile technique and EHR documentation.

• CVOR or perioperative nursing experience
• Experience with cardiothoracic procedures and OR instrumentation

• CNOR certification
• Experience with Epic OR or similar perioperative systems
Work Environment

Cardiovascular operating room with high-stakes procedures; fast-paced, teamwork-driven environment; typical 8- to 12-hour shifts; documentation in the OR record and EHR.

Close collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, perfusion, and postoperative units.