GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – CVOR Surgical Assistant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

Advance your nursing career as an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) specializing in Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) procedures at a leading Level III Trauma Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (53215). This travel nursing job offers hands-on experience with advanced cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries in a Magnet-designated healthcare facility. Join our healthcare team and enjoy Milwaukee's vibrant community, diverse dining, and proximity to Lake Michigan.

Registered Nurse Job Details

• Location: Milwaukee, WI 53215 (Wisconsin nursing jobs)
• Healthcare Setting: Level III Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Unit: Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
• Contract Duration: 12 weeks (Start: 12/1/2025 – End: 2/21/2026)
• Nursing Shift: 10-hour day shifts
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2000-$2050
• On-Call: Once per month (24h weekend call), end-of-shift call up to once/week (30 min response time)
• Orientation: 2 weeks
• Parking: Free on-site
• On-site Amenities: Cafeteria and Starbucks available

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin or compact state
• BLS certification (required)
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) certification (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of recent CVOR/Surgical Assistant experience
• Strong clinical background in cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries (CABG, TAVR, valve replacements, robotic thoracic cases, heart transplants)
• Proficiency with EPIC charting system
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Not recommended for first-time travel nurses

Operating Room Nurse Responsibilities

• Circulate and assist in CVOR cases, collaborating with surgical staff and fellow RNs
• Support a variety of cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures, including robotic-assisted surgeries
• Maintain 1:1 patient ratio during surgical procedures
• Accurately document pain levels and medication administration per facility protocols
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond within 30 minutes as required
• Utilize EPIC, Alaris, Pyxis, and DaVinci XI healthcare systems and equipment
• Adhere to fatigue policy: maximum 60 hours/week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts
• Communicate effectively with department supervisor, manager, and team lead

Apply now to join our Milwaukee healthcare team and take the next step in your operating room nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #433412. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OR

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