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TotalMed RN

Travel CVOR RN

Houston, TX · On-site

$2.4K - $3.3K/wk

Because of the fast-paced environment, Cardiovascular OR RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds. Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 2 ...

TotalMed RN

Travel RN Case Management

Pasadena, TX · On-site

Because of the cooperative nature of this role, RN Case Managers should possess good oral and written communication abilities to communicate effectively with patients, families and co-workers.

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Travel CVOR RN - $1,961 per week

Webster, TX · On-site

$1.9K/wk

Because of the fast-paced environment, Cardiovascular OR RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds. Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 1 ...

TotalMed RN

Travel CVOR RN - $2,206 per week

Tomball, TX · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Because of the fast-paced environment, Cardiovascular OR RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds. Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 1 ...

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Registered Nurses in hospital settings often face challenges such as managing high patient loads, responding to medical emergencies, and balancing administrative tasks with direct patient care. They must quickly prioritize care, adapt to changing patient conditions, and communicate effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals. These demands can be stressful, but strong teamwork and organizational skills help RNs deliver safe, effective care while maintaining patient satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Good Rn job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Travel CVOR RN

Houston, TX • On-site

TotalMed RN
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$2.4K - $3.3K/wk

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assess, plan, and evaluate the nursing care needs of patients before, during, and after surgical procedures.

  • Assist physicians during procedures and monitor patients receiving conscious sedation.

  • Maintain aseptic techniques, coordinate operating room sterility and equipment, and ensure proper handling of specimens.

Job description

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: CVOR
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Cardiovascular Operating Room RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Houston, TX. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a CVOR RN, you'll be responsible for providing professional CVOR care services to support a team of physicians, RNs and other medical staff. Our CVOR Travel Nurses demonstrate advanced clinical expertise in circulating for a variety of cardiothoracic surgical procedures and other complex surgeries.
As a CVOR Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Assess, plan and evaluate the nursing care needs of the patient before, during and after a surgical procedure.
  • Participate in the care of patients receiving conscious sedation.
  • Administer prescribed medications, apply dressings, monitor vital signs.
  • Assist physician during procedures.
  • Maintain aseptic techniques and actively monitor situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.
  • Coordinate the operating room with respect to sterility, cleanliness, availability of functioning equipment and supplies.
  • Ensure the proper handling of specimens.
CVOR Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Cardiovascular OR RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed RN Job ID #1484163. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Cardiovascular Operating Room - CVOR RN - Travel Nurse

About TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.


TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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