Salary of a CVOR Nurse

The question that’s likely on your mind, as you contemplate a job as a CVOR nurse: “How much do CVOR nurses make?” Or perhaps you’re wondering, “Is CVOR nursing a good career to earn top pay?”

The answer to both of those questions is a resounding yes. Ziprecruiter.com reports an annual average salary of $96,038 for CVOR nurses in the United States. That’s equivalent to an hourly wage of about $46.

Nurses who hold a CNOR credential often earn more than their counterparts without one. The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses’ 2019 Salary and Compensation Survey noted that 44% of the nurses who responded to the survey reported their facilities pay more to employees who have a nursing certification.

You can also use AORN’s Salary Calculator to gain insight into your specific earning potential, based on your experience, geographic location and other factors. 

Plus, CVOR nurses who sign on to become travel nurses can expect to earn even more. Our partners have contracts with the best medical centers in the United States and can offer exclusive access to job openings that you can’t get anywhere else. You’ll be able to earn a healthy paycheck and build your career as a CVOR nurse at the same time. 

The bottom line: CVOR combines the best of both worlds: cardiovascular nursing and operating room nursing. This combination equals great pay for strong CVOR nurses. And travel opportunities can take that even farther. 

Read More About CVOR Travel Nursing Salary and Requirements from the links below.

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