RN - 19509263

Virginia Mason Medical Center•Seattle, WA

23h

About The Position

A skilled and dedicated CVOR Registered Nurse is needed to provide nursing care in the Cardiovascular Operating Room, supporting patient safety and care during complex surgical procedures. The role includes assisting with preparation and scrubbing, circulating in the OR, and caring for patients undergoing cardiac procedures such as CABG, MVR, AVR, commando procedures, and complex valve repairs. The nurse may also float to and circulate in GYN, Urology, Vascular, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic, Neuro, and General Surgery, and use Da Vinci Xi robotic surgical systems for appropriate cases. The position offers 4–10-hour shifts that vary Monday through Friday. The OR unit has 22 surgical suites and capacity for up to 26, handling an average of 50–65 cases daily, including 2–5 cardiac cases. Orientation includes 5–10 days of HR and leadership engagement and on-the-job preceptorship. On-call duties require a 30-minute response time, and a dedicated call room is available. Dress code follows AORN standards, with teal scrubs provided. The posting describes a collaborative team atmosphere, opportunities for professional growth and mentorship, and reports that traveling nurses often choose to extend their contracts.

Requirements

Current BLS certification.
Washington State or Compact Nursing License.
At least 2 years of relevant nursing experience in CVOR or a similar high-acuity surgical environment; candidates with less than 2 years may be evaluated based on clinical skills and comparable experience.
Strong clinical skills in cardiac surgery procedures, surgical interventions, and patient management.
Experience with Da Vinci Xi robotic systems is required.
Ability to handle complex cases and adjust to various surgical specialties as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparation and scrubbing for cardiovascular surgical cases.
Perform circulating duties in the operating room and facilitate communication and coordination among the surgical team.
Provide care for patients undergoing cardiac procedures, including CABG, MVR, AVR, commando procedures, and complex valve repairs.
Float to and circulate in additional specialties, including GYN, Urology, Vascular, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic, Neuro, and General Surgery.
Use Da Vinci Xi robotic surgical systems for appropriate cases.
Support staff through block scheduling and consistent start times.