Operating Room RN
Carlsbad, NM
Catalytic Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,643/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Sick pay
- Life insurance
- Referral bonus
- Health savings account
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Pet insurance
Description
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR) Travel Position
Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (5x8 hour shifts)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Call Requirements:
- Minimum 1 weekday call per week
- Weekend call rotation
- On-call shifts Monday to Friday 3:30 PM – 7:00 AM, Saturday and Sunday 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Job Description
- Provide perioperative nursing care as a circulator in the Operating Room.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR technicians to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Manage supplies, case timeliness, and communication with families.
- Update physician preference cards.
- Scrub and assist physicians during surgical procedures.
- Supervise personnel delivering patient care in the OR.
- Follow State Nurse Practice Act, AORN guidelines, and hospital policies.
Facility Information
- 99-bed facility
- 6 operating rooms
- Approximately 250 procedures per month
- Patient ratio approximately 1:148
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Experience working with both adult and pediatric patients
- Experience in general surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics/gynecology (OB/GYN), podiatry, plastics, endoscopy, trauma, and DaVinci robotic-assisted surgery
Additional Notes
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
- This is an auto-offer position; no interviews will be conducted.
Employer
Catalytic Solutions
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
About Carlsbad, NM
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Carlsbad, NM here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carlsbad, NM is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carlsbad experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carlsbad, NM, and they are relatively easy to find due to the demand from the oil and gas industry in the area.
- Carlsbad is a car-friendly city with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Carlsbad has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Carlsbad offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, exploring the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, and enjoying water sports at the Brantley Lake State Park.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events to enjoy.
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