Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) for a top-tier Level II Trauma Center in Winchester, VA.

This position plays a crucial role in the Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR), supporting advanced surgical procedures and ensuring optimal patient outcomes through precision, safety, and compassionate care. The CVOR RN will serve as both circulating and scrub nurse when needed and will also be expected to float into non-cardiac specialties when not assigned to cardiac cases.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care to cardiac surgery patients.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during all phases of surgery, assisting with positioning and sterile preparation.
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and adherence to surgical protocols.
• Manage and monitor surgical equipment (e.g., surgical beds, electrocautery units, suction devices, video systems, positioning devices).
• Perform accurate surgical counts and handle specimens properly according to hospital standards.
• Document all care and intraoperative details in the electronic medical record.
• Scrub as needed to assist the surgeon with instruments, sutures, and supplies.
• Float to non-cardiac operating rooms as needed to maintain operational efficiency.
• Serve as a mentor and role model for RN peers and surgical team members.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5,616 hours of RN experience required.
• Prior CVOR or cardiac surgery experience strongly preferred.

Licensure/Certifications

• Current RN license in Virginia or multi-state compact license.
• AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• Specialty certification (e.g., CNOR, CVOR) preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Proven clinical expertise in cardiovascular surgical nursing.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot complex surgical technology.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and critical thinking.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.