Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse (CVOR RN)
About The Position
Join the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center’s Cardiovascular Operating Room team as a CVOR RN. This role provides perioperative care as part of a specialized surgical team delivering advanced cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting. The nurse independently circulates complex procedures, including CABG, AVR, mitral valve repair or replacement, tricuspid valve repair, and advanced endovascular cases, working closely with cardiac surgeons, anesthesia providers, perfusionists, and multidisciplinary team members to deliver safe, coordinated care. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, from 6:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The position also includes CVOR premium pay, shift, weekend, and holiday differentials, and a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available. Benefits apply to full-time, part-time, and PRN team members. Career growth and advancement opportunities are available within the expanding Surgical Services team.
Requirements
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland or Compact eligibility in accordance with MBON.
- Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
- Minimum of 2–3 years of Operating Room experience.
- Minimum of 1–2 years of Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) and/or open-heart surgical experience.
- Demonstrated clinical experience supporting complex cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgical procedures.
- Proven ability to independently circulate high-acuity, complex cardiovascular surgical cases in a fast-paced operating room environment.
- Ability to independently circulate cardiovascular surgical procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Independently circulate high-acuity CVOR cases, including open-heart, vascular, and thoracic procedures; drive safe, efficient case flow and anticipate team needs.
- Coordinate care across surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams, maintaining accountability for patient outcomes throughout the surgical episode.
- Execute evidence-based CVOR practices while upholding sterile technique, patient safety, and surgical quality standards.
- Support performance improvement initiatives, NSQI goals, and workflow optimization efforts.
- Serve as a clinical resource and unit leader, stepping into the charge role as needed.
- Precept and mentor staff while supporting ongoing clinical development and team performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- CVOR premium pay.
- Sign-on bonus available.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Shift, weekend, and holiday differentials.
- Benefits package applicable to full-time, part-time, and PRN team members.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within the expanding Surgical Services team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
