Pediatric Cardiovascular OR RN

Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatric Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)

• Houston, Texas
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Nights, rotating weekends | Flexible shifts
• Pay Range: $38.03 – $57.05/hour (based on experience)
• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $30,000
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000
• On-Call Rate: $5.00/hour

Overview

Join a highly specialized Pediatric Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) team delivering advanced surgical care to pediatric cardiac patients. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced surgeons and interdisciplinary teams in a collaborative, high-acuity environment.

Designed for RNs with pediatric and cardiac experience, this position supports professional growth, strong team culture, and access to advanced surgical technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative patient assessments and prepare pediatric patients for cardiovascular surgery

• Provide patient and family education regarding procedures and perioperative care

• Administer medications, initiate IV therapy, and verify surgical site and readiness

• Participate in surgical safety protocols including time-outs, briefings, and debriefings

• Monitor patient condition throughout procedures and respond to emergencies

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care using evidence-based practices

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and surgical team members

• Document patient care, interventions, and clinical changes accurately

• Support continuous quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Associate Degree in Nursing (BSN required within 24 months of hire)

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care RN experience

• Pediatric experience required

• Experience with post–cardiac surgery patients

• BLS certification (American Heart Association)

• ACLS and PALS certifications within 60 days of hire

Preferred

• Experience in pediatric CVOR, PICU, or cardiac ICU settings

• Children’s hospital experience

• Background in NICU, PICU, or mother-baby units

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience

• Sign-on bonus up to $30,000

• Relocation assistance up to $10,000

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off and retirement savings plan with employer match

• Tuition assistance and continuing education support

• Employee stock purchase program and additional wellness benefits

• Predictable scheduling with self-scheduling posted in advance

• Access to advanced surgical equipment and technology

Ideal For

This role is ideal for an RN with pediatric and cardiac experience seeking to specialize in cardiovascular surgery. Strong fit for nurses who thrive in high-acuity surgical environments and value teamwork, precision, and career advancement.

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