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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: CVOR
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room Open Heart (OR OH) specialist position available in Alexandria, Louisiana. This role involves providing specialized intraoperative care for cardiovascular surgeries, with a strong emphasis on cardiac procedures such as open heart surgeries. The position requires experienced healthcare professionals skilled in robotic-assisted procedures and general surgery disciplines within a surgical unit that supports a variety of specialized procedures.
Job Details:
Schedule: 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, starting on 08/24/2026 with end date of 11/23/2026.
Required Qualifications: Valid certifications, applicable clinical experience in operating room intraoperative procedures, including cardiac, neuro, and general surgery. Experience with robotics procedures and OR intraoperative skills is essential. Basic intraoperative skills required; advanced skills preferred. Experience in orthopedic, neuro, and general scrub procedures desired.
Preferred Qualifications: Certification in radiologic or surgical technology is preferred; experience in cardiac surgery is highly advantageous.
Additional Information: The unit has 9 operating room suites and 1 gynecology suite, staffed with RNs and operating room techs. The team utilizes Meditech documentation system and works under unit-specific policies. The unit has new equipment and technology, with a focus on robotics-assisted procedures and diverse surgical specialties. Scrubs are provided; professional attire must adhere to hospital dress code.
Float: Float rotation may be required depending on staffing needs.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
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
Cross Country Job ID # . 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. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room Open Heart
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.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
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Worksite address
alexandria, LA, 71302, US
Who can apply
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