Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse
Los Alamos, NM
LifePoint
3x12 hrs

$2,022/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,022/week

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Location

Los Alamos, New Mexico

Employment Type

Travel contract
Contract length: 13 weeks

Unit and Facility Information

Acute care facility with 47 beds
PACU / Preop unit located on the 3rd floor
Unit has 3 beds with patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
Patient population primarily adult; ENT cases once a month
Electronic Health Records used: CQI, Medhost

Work Schedule

Day shift with some call on nights and weekends
Approximately 40 hours per week guaranteed
On-call coverage required; must be able to report within 30 minutes of notification

Required Certifications and Licenses

Registered Nurse (RN) license required
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience as an RN in PACU
Prior PACU experience is mandatory
Preferred experience includes both Preop and PACU

Job Responsibilities and Expectations

Shared position between PACU and Preop units; no expectation to float to other units
Care for patients undergoing procedures such as appendectomy and gallbladder surgery

Dress Code and Professional Standards

No open-toed shoes or fake fingernails allowed

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid RN license in New Mexico
Minimum 2 years of recent PACU (Post Anesthesia Care) experience, including experience within the last year
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Employer

LifePoint

2.2rating(12 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with LifePoint

5.0rating

Pros

How can I get in contact with you discuss the job situation whether you are hiring

Cons

We chatted last night after I have applied for the position and I am waiting to hear back from you.

Anonymous

Home Health (CNA)

Review of Yolanda Browne on May 22, 2026

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About Los Alamos, NM

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Los Alamos, NM here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 82°F, average low: 50°F.
Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local property management companies.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is not very large and has well-maintained roads.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
Los Alamos has a small but active community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are various restaurants offering a range of cuisines, and the city has a growing arts and music scene.
Outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and exploring nearby national parks are popular.
Sports facilities are available for recreational activities.

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