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Job description
Job Summary
The operating room open heart (OR OH) specialty position is located in an organization that requires experienced cardiovascular surgical support. The role involves scrub duties in cardiac, peripheral vascular, and transplant surgeries, including heart and lung transplants. The shift occurs during evening hours, with a schedule from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM, Wednesday through Friday, with on-call responsibilities once a week and one weekend per four-week rotation.
Job Details
Schedule: Evening shifts from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM, Wednesday through Friday.
Required Qualifications
Certifications related to operating room scrub skills
Experience with cardiac surgery scrub duties
Applicable licensing or credentials
A minimum of 1 year of related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Strong proficiency in cardiovascular surgery settings
Experience with OR scrub checklist
Specialized cardiac surgery training
Float
Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information
The position involves scrub support for cardiac cases, including transplant procedures, with a rotation for on-call coverage one time per week and additional weekend coverage on a rotating basis. The assignment duration is from 11/30/2026 to 03/01/2027.
Benefits
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401k retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Pay Package
Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Contract Type
Travel
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Duration
13 weeks (36 hours per week)
Start Date
11/30/2026
End Date
03/01/2027
Job ID
Cross Country Job ID # .
Posted Job Title
Registered Nurse / Operating Room Open Heart
Company
Cross Country Nurses
About the Company
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.
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Worksite address
iowa city, IA, 52245, US
Who can apply
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