Location: Reno, NV

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-19-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide safe, patient-centered perioperative nursing care in the cardiovascular operating room
• Prepare the CVOR environment and instrumentation, ensuring sterile technique and equipment readiness
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the perioperative team to anticipate needs during procedures
• Assess and monitor patients pre-, intra-, and post-operatively and communicate changes promptly
• Document patient care, surgical counts, and intraoperative events accurately and timely
• Participate in Prime Core Competencies, specialty skills validation, and ongoing professional development
• Support quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license (active/clear) — Nursys verification required
• Perioperative/CVOR experience (demonstrated skill in cardiovascular OR preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Successful completion of Prime Core Competencies Exam, Prime Skills Checklist, and Prime Specialty Exam as required
• Ability to pass drug screening, fit testing, and required immunizations/health screenings (COVID-19, MMR, Hep B, Influenza, TB testing, Varicella, Tdap)
• Current ACLS and familiarity with sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and intraoperative monitoring
• Strong communication skills, teamwork orientation, and attention to detail in high-acuity settings

Knowledge & Skills

• In-depth knowledge of cardiovascular surgical procedures and perioperative nursing practices
• Proficiency in sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and OR workflow
• Ability to anticipate surgeon and team needs during complex cases
• Familiarity with electronic health records and accurate perioperative documentation
• Critical thinking, rapid assessment, and effective communication under pressure
• Commitment to patient safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to help you settle in quickly
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
• 401K retirement savings plan and life insurance choices
• Paid time off so you can recharge between cases
• Travel reimbursement and support for assignment logistics
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program and opportunities for shift differentials where applicable
• A supportive CVOR team that values your skills, input, and wellbeing

Travel Perks: Explore Reno, NV

Reno is a fantastic home base for this assignment. Enjoy the vibrant Riverwalk District, galleries and dining in the Midtown Arts District, and quick escapes to Lake Tahoe for hiking, boating and world-class skiing at nearby resorts like Palisades Tahoe and Mt. Rose. Check out the National Automobile Museum, catch a performance or festival downtown, or explore scenic trails and parks — plenty to do on your days off.

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