OR RN
Los Alamos, NM
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN OR Circulator for a 47-bed acute care facility, requiring 2+ years of OR experience and NM or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Surgery department with 3 OR, 3 PACU, and 5 Pre-op beds
• Patient population spans all ages
• Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
• Uses CQI and Medhost EHR systems
• Day shift from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
• 36 weekly guaranteed hours with every other weekend or as needed
• Call requirements of approximately 10-11 days per month, or 15-16 days if only two staff available
• Floating to Pre-Op as needed

Requirements

• Active RN license (NM state or compact) required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and HWC
• Minimum 2+ years of OR nursing experience required
• Fingerprinting required prior to hire per NM state requirement, with documentation of background check in process
• May start on a 14-day waiver while awaiting fingerprint results, with required supervision during that period

Additional Information

• Serves as a major healthcare provider for Northern New Mexico
• Facility has approximately 300 healthcare employees
• Hospital-provided scrubs required; casual wear and open-toed shoes not permitted
• Professional demeanor expected on the unit
• Travel experience is a plus but not required, making this suitable for first-time travelers
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for travel assignment
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates must not be employed elsewhere full time
• Rapid response position requiring ability to start 7-10 days after offer acceptance
• Weekly orientation held on Mondays