About the Role
<strong>Job Requirements </strong><br><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Join a High-Performing Surgical Team</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><strong>What Sets Our Operating Room Apart</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our Operating Room features 8 advanced operating rooms supporting a full spectrum of surgical services, including cardiac, trauma, orthopedics, robotics, neurosurgery, and multiple specialties. As a Level II Trauma Center and teaching hospital, we deliver high-acuity, high-volume surgical care. Our culture is defined by teamwork, safety, and clinical excellence, ensuring nurses practice at the top of their profession.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><strong>Opportunities for Growth & Professional Development</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Here, nurses build broad, versatile skill sets across diverse surgical specialties. You’ll collaborate with surgeons, residents, and faculty, gaining exposure to cutting-edge techniques and academic practice. We support your professional journey through:</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Structured Periop 101 courses for new OR nurses</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Specialty training and cross-training opportunities</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Shared governance participation</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Leadership development pathways</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Access to ongoing academic learning and mentorship</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><strong>A Collaborative & Supportive Work Environment</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional communication. Our team benefits from:</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Daily huddles that promote transparency and teamwork</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Strong collaboration across all perioperative teams</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Highly engaged, accessible leadership focused on staff support</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Self-scheduling for shifts and call rotations to promote autonomy and balance</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><strong>A Record of Excellence</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our OR team supported care for over 6,300 trauma patients in a single year, making us one of Maryland’s busiest Level II trauma centers. Through robust peer review, performance improvement initiatives, and a commitment to best practices, we consistently deliver safe, efficient, high-quality surgical care.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><strong>Community Outreach & Impact</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our nurses lead and participate in a variety of hospital-supported community outreach and philanthropic initiatives. From health education events to charitable service campaigns, our team is committed to making a meaningful impact beyond the hospital walls.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><strong>Work-Life Balance & Employee Wellness</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We recognize that supporting our staff is essential to sustaining excellent patient care. We promote balance and well-being through:</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Self-scheduling to maintain flexibility</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Encouragement of PTO</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Wellness and mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> • Morale and recognition initiatives that strengthen team culture</span></p><br/><br/><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong> Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse (CVOR RN) </strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We are seeking a highly skilled Full Time Day Shift </span><strong>CVOR Registered Nurse</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> to join our advanced cardiovascular surgical team Largo, MD. In this role, you will function as a clinical expert, delivering safe, high-acuity patient care in complex open-heart and vascular procedures while supporting patients and families through education and clinical guidance.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, you will independently circulate and support cardiac, thoracic, and vascular cases, ensuring precision, efficiency, and optimal surgical outcomes. This position partners closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary team members to drive exceptional care delivery in a leading-edge CVOR setting.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Shift: </strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">6:45 AM – 5:15 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><br/><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><em>The following statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.</em></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Independently circulate high-acuity CVOR cases including open heart, vascular, and thoracic procedures; drive safe, efficient case flow and anticipate team needs.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Coordinate care across surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary team; maintain accountability for patient outcomes throughout the surgical episode.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Execute evidence-based CVOR practices; uphold sterile technique, patient safety, and surgical quality standards.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Support performance improvement, NSQI initiatives, and workflow optimization to improve outcomes.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Serve as a clinical resource and unit leader; step into charge role as needed.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Precept and mentor staff; support ongoing clinical development and team performance.</span></p><br/><p> </p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Perform other duties as assigned.</span></p><br/><br/><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Full-Time Day Shift: </strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">6:45 AM – 5:15 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays required.</span></p><br/><br/><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><br><br><strong>Work Experience </strong><br><p><strong><u>Licensure:</u></strong></p><ul><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland or eligibility to practice under Compact state agreements in accordance with the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON), required.</span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.</span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.</span></li></ul><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><strong><u>Clinical Experience:</u></strong></p><ul><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Minimum of 2–3 years of Operating Room experience required.</span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">1–2 years of CVOR or open-heart experience required.</span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Clinical experience across cardiac, thoracic, and vascular procedures.</span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ability to independently circulate high-acuity, complex cardiac cases in a fast-paced surgical environment</span></li></ul><br/><p> </p><br><br><strong>Benefits </strong><br><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</span></p><br/><br/><br/><p> </p><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><ul><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Pay Range: $42.03 - $53.30</span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Competitive Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available.</span></li><li><a href="https://umms.service-now.com/now/nav/ui/classic/params/target/%24viewer.do%3Fsysparm_stack%3Dno%26sysparm_sys_id%3D1b32340893ec039431679da877373cdc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Review the 2026–2027 UMMS Team Member Benefits Guide</a></li></ul><br><br>