Job Summary
Operating Room Open Heart Nurse – Location: unspecified. This position involves supporting the surgical team during operative procedures with technical duties focused on the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field for cardiac surgeries. The role requires ensuring aseptic principles are upheld while assisting with patient preparation and room turnover.
Job Details
- Position Description: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of sterile fields for cardiac surgeries; support surgical team with technical duties, patient movement, and room turnover.
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST); valid license in Washington (ETA 6 weeks); minimum of 3 years of OR experience with cardiac procedures; experience with aseptic technique and surgical instrumentation; minimum 1 year of travel experience.
- Schedule: Days shift, 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Candidates must have strong experience in general, ortho, neuro, or gynecological surgeries, with a focus on ortho, neuro, or cardiac procedures being essential. The position involves assisting with a variety of specialized surgical procedures and adhering to safety initiatives and quality programs.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must include proof of vaccination, current certifications, Washington license application proof if applicable, and two references from the past two years, including at least one from a supervisor.
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
