CVOR Registered Nurse – Houston, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Days | No Weekends
Shift Options: 10-Hour Shifts (4 Days/Week) or 12-Hour Shifts (3 Days/Week)
On-Call Requirement: 1 Weekend Per Month + 3–4 Weekdays Monthly
Compensation: $38.03–$57.05/hour (based on experience)
On-Call Pay: $5.00/hour
Sign-On Bonus: Available on a case-by-case basis
Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Overview

Join a nationally recognized cardiovascular surgical program as a CVOR Registered Nurse supporting complex cardiac and vascular procedures in a high-acuity surgical environment. This opportunity offers the chance to work alongside an experienced cardiovascular team performing open-heart and hybrid vascular procedures while utilizing advanced surgical technology and evidence-based perioperative practices.

This role is ideal for experienced CVOR nurses seeking a collaborative environment with strong surgical volumes, advanced cardiovascular services, and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care for cardiovascular and vascular surgical patients throughout the perioperative process.
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure adherence to infection prevention standards.
• Prepare patients and operating rooms for cardiovascular surgical procedures.
• Conduct preoperative patient assessments and verify procedural readiness.
• Participate in surgical time-outs and patient safety initiatives.
• Assist surgeons and perioperative team members during cardiac and vascular procedures.
• Monitor patient status and advocate for patient safety throughout the surgical experience.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, perfusionists, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for perioperative staff.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and departmental performance goals.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Active Texas RN License or Multi-State Compact RN License
• BLS Certification
• ACLS Certification
• Minimum 1 year of CVOR nursing experience in an acute care setting
• Experience in cardiovascular surgery, operating room nursing, surgical services, or cardiac procedures

Alternative Experience Pathway

• Experienced Operating Room RN with 3+ years of acute care OR experience
• Willingness to complete cardiovascular operating room cross-training

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• CNOR Certification
• Advanced cardiovascular surgical experience
• Hybrid vascular OR experience

Program Highlights

• Dedicated cardiovascular surgical program
• Three specialized surgical suites:
  • Two Cardiovascular Operating Rooms
  • One Hybrid Vascular Operating Room
• Performs more than 400 open-heart procedures annually
• Average of 2–4 cardiac surgeries daily
• 1:1 patient-focused care model
• Advanced cardiac and vascular surgical procedures
• Collaborative multidisciplinary cardiovascular team

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• On-call pay opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off and paid family leave
• Tuition assistance programs
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Certification reimbursement and professional development support
• Life and disability insurance
• Fertility, adoption, and family-building benefits
• Employee wellness resources and counseling services

Ideal For

• CVOR Registered Nurses
• Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurses
• Cardiac Surgery RNs
• Open Heart Surgery Nurses
• Operating Room Nurses seeking CVOR specialization
• Perioperative Registered Nurses
• Vascular Surgery Nurses
• Surgical Services RNs

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