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Job description
Job Summary
The Operating Room (OR) Open Heart registered nurse (RN) position is located at a healthcare facility dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac surgical care. This role involves perioperative nursing care for open heart procedures, including adult cardiac surgeries such as CABG, surgical valves, and thoracic interventions. The RN will work on a full-time schedule during dayshift hours, supporting a specialized team within a facility recognized for its quality and safety standards.
Job Details
Schedule: Dayshift, 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Qualifications
Current RN license eligible for licensure in Missouri or licensed in Missouri
BLS and ACLS certifications from American Heart Association
0+ years of experience in the Operating Room Open Heart specialty
Preferred Qualifications
None specified
Float
Float rotation may be required.
Responsibilities
Maintain asepsis and infection control
Provide wound exposure and hemostasis techniques
Collaborate with surgical teams during complex cardiac procedures
Additional Information
The RN will utilize the nursing process in perioperative practice, including thorough patient assessments, collaborative care planning, and execution of nursing interventions. Candidates must demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, and reliability to succeed in this highly specialized environment. The assignment duration is 13 weeks, starting September 21, 2026, with the possibility of extension based on operational needs.
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
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Compensation
Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Posting Information
Posted Date:
Cross Country Job ID # .
About Cross Country Nurses
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
st. louis, MO, 63146, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.