Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,365 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Operating Room (OR) Nurse, located in Los Alamos, NM - will provide specialized perioperative nursing care in a 3-bed surgical unit serving all ages. The role involves supporting surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care during surgeries.

Job Details

• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and healthcare-specific licensure required to work as an RN in New Mexico.
• Location Requirements: Candidates must be 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered.
• Experience Requirement: 2+ years of nursing experience in an OR setting preferred.
• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours shift, minimum 40 hours per week.
• Responsibilities include pre-operative preparation, intraoperative care, and post-operative recovery support for patients of all ages.
• Additional Information: Willingness to work every other weekend or as needed, with approximately 10-11 days of call per month if only two staff members are scheduled, potentially increasing to 15-16 days if staffing is limited.
• Submission Requirements: All candidates must have current required certifications at the time of submission.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1323947. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus