CVOR

Cardiac & Thoracic Operating Room Nurse

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week

Start Date: September 7, 2026

About the Role

The facility's cardiothoracic operating room is seeking an experienced CVOR nurse to support complex cardiac and thoracic surgical cases. You'll work in a high-acuity surgical environment performing both circulating and scrub duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide circulating and/or scrub nursing support for cardiovascular and thoracic procedures, including CABG, valve repairs/replacements, and aortic repairs
• Prepare and maintain sterile fields, specialized cardiac instruments, and equipment
• Coordinate with perfusion team on cardiopulmonary bypass setup and management
• Monitor patient hemodynamics throughout complex procedures
• Perform accurate instrument, sponge, and needle counts before, during, and after cases
• Administer medications and manage emergency equipment and supplies
• Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeons, anesthesia, and perfusion team
• Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and post-operative handoff
• Document procedural details and patient data per facility standards

Requirements

• Active RN license in Texas (or compact license as applicable)
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• 1+ years of CVOR experience
• Strong knowledge of cardiac/thoracic procedures, instrumentation, and cardiopulmonary bypass
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy
• CNOR certification preferred