Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Alamogordo, NM
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,520/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a dynamic surgical team as an Operating Room Registered Nurse in Alamogordo, NM. This travel nursing job offers a supportive perioperative environment, competitive weekly pay, and the chance to live and work in beautiful Southern New Mexico.
If you thrive in a fast-paced OR nurse setting and enjoy caring for a diverse surgical patient population, this New Mexico healthcare opportunity is a great way to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact. Apply now to join our surgical services team.
Job Details
- Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment
- Location: Alamogordo, NM 88310
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 06:00-16:00
- Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts
- Work Schedule: 4 days per week
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
- Openings: 1
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
- Current AHA BLS certification required
- Current AHA ACLS certification required
- Current AHA PALS certification required
- Current CPI certification required
- At least 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with clinical documentation
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with the surgical team
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to surgical patients in the operating room
- Care for a variety of cases, including orthopedic, general, podiatry, GYN/OB, C-sections, pain management, urology, and endoscopy
- Demonstrate proficiency in the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Collaborate with physicians, staff, and management to ensure patient needs are met
- Maintain clinical competency and continue learning new skills within the perioperative department
- Follow safety standards, medication rights, policies, and procedures at all times
- Support teamwork, professionalism, and positive patient and family experiences
- Promote confidentiality, patient advocacy, and respectful, culturally sensitive care
- Participate in quality improvement, compliance, and departmental competency requirements
Why This OR RN Travel Assignment?
- Work in a supportive operating room and surgical services environment
- Enjoy a travel nursing opportunity in scenic Southern New Mexico
- Gain experience across a diverse range of surgical specialties
- Competitive weekly pay and consistent 40-hour work schedule
Apply now to take the next step in your OR Registered Nurse career in Alamogordo, New Mexico.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Alamogordo, NM
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Alamogordo, NM here's what you should know:- Alamogordo's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 95°F, and winter lows can drop to around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Alamogordo.
- Alamogordo is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in Alamogordo.
- There are various restaurants offering local and international cuisine.
- The city has a growing art and music scene, and outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and exploring the nearby White Sands National Park are popular.
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