Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,526 per week

American Traveler 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: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN - OR Circulator for a 13-week travel contract at a 47-bed acute care hospital in Northern New Mexico, requiring 2+ years of OR experience and active NM or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work setting is a 47-bed acute care facility serving as a major healthcare provider for Northern New Mexico
• OR unit includes 3 OR suites, 3 PACU bays, and 5 pre-op bays
• Patient population includes all age groups
• Patient ratios are 1:1 or 1:2
• Day shift, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Every other weekend required, with additional weekend coverage as needed
• On-call required approximately 10–11 days per month; if only two staff are available, call may increase to 15–16 days per month
• Float to Pre-Op as needed
• EHR systems used are CQI and Medhost

Requirements

• Active RN license valid in New Mexico (NM state license or compact license) required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and HWC — all must be AHA-certified and in hand prior to consideration
• Minimum 2 years of OR circulator experience required
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• All clinical staff working in New Mexico must be fingerprinted before hire; documentation that the background check is being processed must be provided prior to start

Additional Information

• Role involves circulating in the OR within a surgical services department
• Orientation takes place on Mondays
• Hospital-provided scrubs; casual wear and open-toed shoes are not permitted
• Travelers may begin on a 14-day waiver while awaiting fingerprint background check results but must be supervised during that period
• Candidates must reside 60 or more miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates who are currently employed full-time elsewhere are not eligible
• Travel experience is a plus but not required — first-time travelers will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-690675. 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: Travel RN - Operating Room

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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